Thyme

Thymus vulgaris  Family: Labiatae

 

Uses:

• Acute respiratory conditions
• Chronic respiratory conditions
• Coughs and colds
• Indigestion

Spiritual Uses:

• Money drawing, grow a plant in your garden, as Thyme grows your money grows
• Protection, add dried and powdered herb to an incense blend

Caution: None

Dosage: 1-2 tsp herb infused 1 Cup boiling water  or 1oz dried herb for 1 pint of water, can take 1-2 Cups daily; 15-30 drops tincture, can take 1-2 times daily; 1/2 - 1 tsp syrup every couple hours for cold or cough

Personal Experience: I find it a very effective tea for chest congestion

Parts Used: Leaf and flower

Range: Native to the Mediterranean region of southern Europe, central Asia and north Africa; it will grow in zones 5 - 9

Habitat & Growing Conditions: Likes well drained, alkaline soil and full sun

Traditional Chinese Medicine Flavors: Spicy and warm

Properties:

• Carminative
• Antiseptic
• Expectorant
• Antitussive

Key Constituents:

• Essential Oils: Thymol, Cavacrol, Cymol, Linalool, Burneol
• Bitter Principle
• Tannins
• Flavonoids
• Triterpenic Acids

Try the following products that include this wonderful herb: 

• Breathe Easy Aromatherapy Roll On
• Breathe Serene Organic Herbal Tea Blend
• Respiratory Tonic

Sources:

The Way of Herbs, Michael Tierra p199

Medicinal Herb: A Beginner's Guide, Rosemary Gladstar p90

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. If you are under the care of a health care provider and/or taking prescription medication, check with your health care provider before taking any herbal supplement.