Thymus linearis in Valley of Flowers
Thymus linearis is a creeping, mat forming, spreading and strongly scented herb. Stem is four angled. Leaves tiny and 1 cm long only. Flowers are long, bright purple, crowded in short, terminal and ovoid clusters.
English Name |
Linear leaved thyme |
Local Name |
Balma jhar and ban ajwain |
Family |
Lamiaceae |
Flowering time |
May to September |
Habitat |
In grassy slopes and rock crevices |
Uses |
Whole plant is used to treat eye disease, postnatal complications, liver complaints and skin diseases, stomach ache. It smells very nice, don’t forget to smell it. |
Location in the Valley of flowers |
It is found in every part of the valley and nearby areas. |
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