Thyme Bushes

Typical thyme bushes. Thyme (Thymus capitatus) is not only the most economically important native species in Kythera, but also an element of the island's identity. The famous thyme honey from Kythera is produced from its nectar. For the Kytherian apiculture, thyme constitutes the main efflorescence, which is crucial for honey production, and small amounts of honey are both precious and difficult to find. The flowers along with the leaves of thyme are also used as a herb, offering a sharp, slightly spicy taste in cooking.