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Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Also known as Spanish Marjoram · Spanish Wood Marjoram
Thymus mastichina is an aromatic evergreen subshrub native to the Iberian Peninsula, known for its fragrant foliage and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and fragrance.
90% intensity
Can tolerate partial shade but may become leggy.
Water when top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.
60% intensity
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils, slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from hard frost.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring with diluted balanced fertilizer.
20% intensity
Avoid over-fertilizing to maintain fragrance.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or weak stems. Avoid cutting back into old wood.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Can also be grown from seed, but germination may be slow and variable.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, similar to garden soil requirements.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Thymus |
| Species | Thymus mastichina |
Similar in genus Thymus
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