Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Thymus x citriodorus

Family:
Lemon Thyme

Family:
Lamiaceae (also known as Labiatae)

Description:
The emergent foliage of Lemon Thyme is golden yellow, but fades to medium green by late Spring, then transitions to dark green from Summer through Autumn and Winter. The evergreen foliage is very fragrant when crushed, and of course may also serve as a culinary herb.

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