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What is Urospermum dalechampii

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Urospermum dalechampii (Urospermum dalechampii). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Urospermum dalechampii?

Urospermum dalechampii, commonly known as the Algerian thyme or Spanish winter savory, is a perennial plant native to regions in North Africa and Southern Europe, including Algeria, Baleares, Corse, France, Italy, Libya, Morocco, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, and Yugoslavia. Urospermum dalechampii (Latin: Urospermum dalechampii, family Caryophyllaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Urospermum dalechampii safe to eat?

Urospermum dalechampii is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.

Where does Urospermum dalechampii grow?

Urospermum dalechampii is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family native to ALG, BAL, COR, FRA, ITA, and LBY. Urospermum dalechampii thrives in light to medium soil, preferring a pH of 7–7.5.

Can I grow Urospermum dalechampii at home?

Urospermum dalechampii grows best in USDA zone 5-9, 9/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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