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 flowers

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

Properties

Thymus vulgaris essential oil.

Circulatory

Increases blood pressure.

Emotional

Soothes stress, anxiety and depression. Improves memory and concentration.

Immunological

Helps fight colds, flu and other infections.

Respiratory

Eases asthma, catarrh, coughs and laryngitis.

Urological

Relieves cystitis and urethritis.

Caution

• Don't use thyme oil during pregnancy.
• Don't use if you have hypertension (high blood pressure).