Thymus glabrescens
Thymus glabrescens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Thymus glabrescens, scientifically known as Thymus glabrescens, is a resilient aromatic shrub native to the Mediterranean region. Valued for its essential oils, this medicinal herb possesses potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It is traditionally used in herbal remedies to support digestive health and alleviate respiratory discomfort naturally.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Thymus Serpyllum Subsp. Glabrescens
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Thymus glabrescensSynonyms
- Thymus serpyllum subsp. glabrescens
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Österreichischer Thymian
- Österreich-Quendel
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it is further categorized under the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Thymus.
| 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 specific geographical distribution concentrated within the region of Middle Europe. It can be found growing across the diverse landscapes of Austria and Germany. Furthermore, its presence extends through the territories of Czechia and Slovakia. The species is also documented within the borders of Hungary. Finally, its natural range includes parts of Poland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Thymus glabrescens has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Sesquiterpenes, THYMOL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Sesquiterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| THYMOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Sesquiterpenes
- Acta biologica Hungarica
THYMOL
- Acta biologica Hungarica