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Red Creeping Thyme
Red creeping thyme belongs to the group of "Thymus Coccineous" it growth is low. it is an aromatic perennial herb belonging to the family of "Liamiaceae". Its origin is Mediterranean. Its value is increased due to its vibrant color of pinkish-purple. it has hard ground cover verstality in garden. its like a mat-forming growth habitat. In the rock gardens it is mostly used, between the steeping stones. it used in mostly low traffic areas.
it is a drought tolerance plant and it can survive in poor, well drained soil. if your soil got erosion you can control by growing by red creeping thymus plant. it has an ornament plant but due its medicinal value it prized is high or it has many culinary uses. the oil of thymus is used for due its antimicrobial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties i.e "thymol". it also used in traditional medicines for cure of respiratory, digestive and skin ailments.
the red creeping thymus attracts pollinators i.e bees and butterflies due its vibrant color. it has great ecological value to gardens biodiversity promoting. it has also culinary uses it used in dishes of some forms of thymus.
Low, mat-forming perennial that spreads through stems rooting at the nodes.
- **Height**
: Typically 1-3 inches tall.
- **Flowers**:
Small, tubular, reddish-pink or crimson blooms.
foliage
Tiny, aromatic, evergreen leaves, often dark green to greyish.
- **Hardiness Zones**:
its zone is USDA 4-9
- **Sunlight**:
it is grown in full sunlight but it can tolerate the light shade
- **Soil**:
you must grow in well-drained soil it is best for plants once it can be grown it can tolerate the drought condition
### Natural Habitat:
- **Native Region**:
it is native to southern Europe mostly in Mediterranean region
- **Typical Habitat*
it is found in hillsides that contain the rocky sand, or in woodlands or in coastal areas
### Cultivated Habitat:
- **Climate**:
it can grow in mostly temperate regions in summers or cool winters. it can tolerate drought and hardy plant. It is found in USDA zones 4-9, it is suitable in wide range of climate
- **Moisture**
: Red Creeping Thyme is grown in moist, dry to moderate conditions. it can tolerate the drought once established . it is suitable for for water wise gardens
- **Elevation**
: Can grow at various elevations, though it is commonly found in lowland areas up to mid-elevations in its native range.
*medicinal benefits:
### 1. **fight with microbes and fungus .the oil of thyme contain the properties of cure of fungus and viral diseases.### 2. **Respiratory Health**
- Thyme is traditionally used for cure the coughing, bronchitis and for throat diseases
- Thyme tea or inhalation of thyme steam can soothe the respiratory problems like **asthma, colds, and congestion**.
3. **Digestive Aid**
4. **Anti-inflammatory**
-### 5. **Antioxidant Properties**
- ### 6. **Properties can relieve the muscle cramps and it maintains the menstrual system
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### 7. **Skin Health**
- Thyme is used to releive the acne and fungal infections of ski
### 9. **Oral Health**
- Thymol is good for oral health. it is used in mouthwashes and used in some dental products like gum diseases , tooth decay because of antiseptic properties
### Methods of Use:
- **Tea**:
Thyme tea is used to alleviate the respiratory system and relieve the congestion
- **Essential Oil**:
Diluted thyme essential oil can be applied topically for skin conditions or used in aromatherapy.
- **Infusion or Poultice**:
Infusions of thyme leaves can be applied to wounds or skin irritations.
- **Steam Inhalation**:
Its steam can relieve congestion and respiratory health maintains
benefits for health
1. Combating Coughs
2. Managing Blood Pressure
3. it can prevent the Cardiovascular Diseases
4. it release the Anxiety and Stress and give a soothing essect to brain
5. Treating Acne
6. Healthy Teeth and Gums can be possile by using thyme products for teath
7. it can fight with Fungal Infections
8. Helping to Treat Alzheimer's
9. Helping to Fight Cancer
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