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Wildflowers of the Stuttgart Area

Thymus serpyllum

Family : LAMIACEAE (Mint Family)
Common Name (UK) : Breckland Thyme
Common Name (DE) : Feldthymian, Wilder Quendel
Common Name (FR) : Thym serpolet
Habitat : Dry places exposed to sunshine
Remarks : Used in an infusion against coughs. Also has antisceptic properties. Also used as a condiment in sauces and roasted meats.
First appearing : June
Abundance : Abundant

  • Photo Date :June 18, 2005
  • Location : Hock Krumbach valley, Austria, near the alpine border with Germany.
    N47° 16.398' E10° 09.497'
  • Photo Date :June 24, 2006
  • Location :Near Kaisers, Austria (Lechtal, Tirol).
    N47° 13.473' E10° 18.545'
  • Photo Date :June 25, 2006
  • Location :Near Stockach, Lechtal, Tirol, Austria.
    N47° 16.199' E10° 22.372'