Thyme occurs in nature around the Mediterranean, and can be found in many different varieties. In Greece it can be found almost anywhere, from the dry islands of the Aegean to the high mountains of the Pindos Range, under 600m altitude. Thyme derives its name from the ancient Greek verb «θύω» (pronounced thio), which means “to sacrifice” or “to be fragrant”. From its flowers’ nectar, bees produce the famous thyme honey.