Ιt
is a small plant native to Greece, widely cultivated for its spicy
flavour and aromatic smell. It is found in dry and sunny places. It is a
perennial with woody fibrous root, numerous stems and tiny leaves. The
ancient Greeks used thyme in their baths.
Attributes:
Its
main constituents are the phenols Thymol and Carvacrol. Other
constituents are Cymene, Pinene, Menthone, Borneol and Linalol. The
medicinal actions of thyme are attributed to thymol and carvacrol. “Before the advent of modern antibiotics, it was used to medicate
bandages. It has also been shown to be effective against the fungus that
commonly infects toenails. “(Source: Wikipedia)
Usage:
Wild
thyme tea is recommended for cough and sore throat. It can be used
externally in wound infections. Greeks often use thyme in recipes for
all kinds of meat.
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