Θρουμπί, Θύμβρα η κεφαλωτή
Etymology of Thymbra capitata: "Thymbra'' derives from Ancient Greek "θύμβρα", which is of uncertain origin; it is speculated that it could be connected with "θύμον" [thymon], which means "thyme" or it could be connected with a toponym or the word might be pre-Greek. The epithet "capitata" derives from the Latin, caput/capitis, meaning "head" and hence describes the plant as having its flowers arranged in tightly compacted, head-like inflorescences.
Thymbra capitata is the only Thymbra species/kind encountered in Cyprus.
Synonyms: Thymbra capitata was previously called Coridothymus capitatus and Thymus capitatus.
Thymbra capitata is a perennial, evergreen, multi-branched and fragrant shrub with a height of up to 50cm. It is a popular plant in Cyprus. It appears all around the island at an altitude of up to 875 metres. Its flowering period is between May and October.
