Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Thyme
Thyme oil comes from the flowers and leaves of the Thymus vulgaris plant. It has a sweet herbal scent.
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
PropertiesEdit
CirculatoryEdit
Increases blood pressure.
EmotionalEdit
Soothes stress, anxiety and depression. Improves memory and concentration.
ImmunologicalEdit
Helps fight colds, flu and other infections.
RespiratoryEdit
Eases asthma, catarrh, coughs and laryngitis.
UrologicalEdit
Relieves cystitis and urethritis.
CautionEdit
- Don't use thyme oil during pregnancy.
- Don't use if you have hypertension (high blood pressure).