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Thyme

Thyme

Latin Name: Thymus vulgaris
Description of Appearance: Small herb with aromatic leaves
Common Names:
  • Thyme

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Antibacterial properties

Active Ingredients: Thymol
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and oil
Preperation Method: Essential oil, tincture

Digestive issues

Active Ingredients: Carvacrol, thymol
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and flowering tops
Preperation Method: Tea, infusion

Respiratory ailments

Active Ingredients: Thymol, carvacrol
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and flowering tops
Preperation Method: Tea, steam inhalation, throat gargle

Antioxidant

Active Ingredients: Thymol, carvacrol
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and oil
Preperation Method: Infusion, extract

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Thymol

Description Thymol is a natural monoterpene phenol compound found in plants such as thyme and oregano.

Carvacrol

Description Carvacrol is a natural monoterpene phenol that is present in the essential oils of various plants, particularly oregano and thyme.

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Description of Appearance: Oregano is a small perennial herb with aromatic leaves that are green and oval-shaped. It also produces small white or pink flowers.
Common Names:
  • Oregano
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Description of Appearance: Ajwain is an herbaceous plant with delicate leaves and small white flowers.
Common Names:
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Latin Name: Origanum vulgare
Description of Appearance: Oregano is a small perennial herb with aromatic leaves that are green and oval-shaped. It also produces small white or pink flowers.
Common Names:
  • Oregano
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Latin Name: Origanum majorana
Description of Appearance: Marjoram is a small, bushy herb with green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It has a pleasant aromatic scent.
Common Names:
  • Marjoram
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Latin Name: Petroselinum crispum
Description of Appearance: Parsley is a biennial herb with bright green, finely divided leaves that are used as a culinary herb or garnish.
Common Names:
  • Parsley