This strongly aromatic bush is a native to south east New South Wales, eastern Victoria and Tasmania, and naturally occurs in cool moist gullies, particularly along river banks.

An enticing complex aroma with notes of mint and pine-like, peppery garden thyme.

Native Thyme was used by Indigenous Australians for its medicinal properties.

The bush grows up to 2 metres high, with a showy display of lilac flowers on the tips in spring.

With hints of pepper and earthy tones, it makes a great flavoursome herb for chicken, fish, emu, roo and lamb dishes. Both the leaves and flowers have minty qualities, and may be steeped in hot water to make a herbal tisane.