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Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii

Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii, is a perennial subshrub native to East Asia. Highly valued in traditional medicine, this aromatic plant possesses potent antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Its essential oils are frequently utilized to support respiratory health and bolster the body's natural immune defenses.

Family
Lamiaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Thymus Broussonetii F. Crenulatus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Lamiales and placed in the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Thymus, specifically the subspecies broussonetii.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Lamiales
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Thymus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a very specific and limited geographical range within the wild. It is found naturally within the diverse landscapes of Northern Africa. Specifically, its distribution is documented in the country of Morocco. Because of this localized presence, it is considered an endemic species to that particular region. Understanding this restricted habitat is essential for the conservation of the subspecies.

Region Area
Northern Africa Morocco

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Borneol, CAMPHENE, CARVACROL, P-CYMENE, THYMOL.

Chemicals reported in Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Borneol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CAMPHENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CARVACROL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
P-CYMENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
THYMOL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Borneol

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

CAMPHENE

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

CARVACROL

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

P-CYMENE

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

THYMOL

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include essential oils (EOs).

Preparations reported for Thymus broussonetii subsp. broussonetii
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Essential oils (eos) 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Essential oils (eos)

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)