BASIL THYME Clinopodium acinos

Brenhinllys

A low-growing, spreading annual or short-lived perennial found in dry calcareous grassland, thin soils, bare or stony sites. Rarely found outside of the south east, it's categorized as vulnerable. Good for pollinating insects. 

BSBI 2025 Categorisation: Vulnerable

Section 7 - species of principal importance in Wales.

Height: up to 20cm

Flowers: May to September

Colour: Purple