Thymus herba-barona is a species of thyme native to Corsica, Sardinia, and Majorca. It is also sometimes known by the common name caraway thyme, as it has a strong scent similar to caraway, for which it can be used as a substitute in any recipe. It can be used in cuisine or as an evergreen ground cover plant for the garden. There are two subspecies: \n* Thymus herba-barona subsp. herba-barona. Corsica, Sardinia \n* Thymus herba-barona subsp. bivalens. Majorca (Spain)