Botanical Name: Thymus vulgeris Common name: Common thyme, Ga Read More
Botanical Name: |
Thymus vulgeris |
Common name: |
Common thyme, Garden thyme |
Plant family: |
Lamiaceae |
Genus: |
Thymus |
Appearance/Color: |
A thin, clear, pale yellow liquid. |
Odor: |
A top note with a strong aroma, Thyme has a woody, medicinal scent described as spicy and green. |
Blends With: |
Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lavender, Rosemary and Pine |
Origin: |
Spain |
Source: |
Aerial Parts |
Method of Extraction: |
Steam Distillation |
The genus Thymus, member of the Lamiaceae family, contains about 400 species of perennial aromatic, evergreen or semi-evergreen herbaceous plants with many subspecies, varieties, subvarieties and forms. In Romania, the Thymus genus contains one species cultivated as aromatic plant (Thymus vulgaris) and other 18 wild species. T. vulgaris (thyme), locally known as “cimbru”, is widely used in the Romanian folk medicine for its expectorant, antitussive, antibroncholitic, antispasmodic, anthelmintic, carminative and diuretic properties.
Thymus vulgaris (TV) or “thyme” is considered as a famous species of the genus “Thymus” (family Lamiaceae), which represents one of the distinguishable plants in many parts of the world, especially throughout the Mediterranean area, North Africa, Asia and Europe. Thymus family is well known for its biological and natural activities like a food additive and its usage in the traditional medicine and pharmaceutical preparations.
Thymus vulgaris is recognized as common thyme, which perhaps originated from its utility as incense, has been used for centuries as spice, home remedy, drug, perfume, and insecticide. It is considered one of the most eminent herbs based on its history, aromatic and medicinal properties. In ancient times, Thyme was used by the Sumerian and Egyptian morals for various medical purposes to save the people from death. Romans overcooked thyme not only to keep the dangerous animals away but also to give the cheese its flavor. Furthermore, Thymus vulgaris has been utilized for several years as a treatment for various diseases such as dental plaque, dermatophyte poisons, pneumonia, anti-in?ammatory and intestinal disorders.
Thyme Oil in Pharma
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris L., Lamiaceae), a small subshrub native to the western Mediterranean region of Europe, has a long history of use and is a chemically variable species. In folk medicine, some Thymus spp. are used for their antihelminthic, expectorant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidative, antivirotic, carminative, sedative, and diaphoretic effects. They are usually administered by infusion or are used externally in baths to cure rheumatic and skin disease.
Essence of Thyme Oil
Volatile oils of thyme are among the main essential oils used in the food industry and in cosmetics as preservatives and antioxidants and as spice, home remedy, drug, perfume, and insecticide
COMMON USAGE
· Increases circulation
· Boosts immune system
· Cicatrizant
· Skin care
· Antispasmodic
· Antirheumatic
· Kills bacteria
· Tonic
· Protects heart health
· Carminative
· Stimulates urination
· Emmenagogue
· Expectorant
· Detoxifies the body
· Relieves anxiety
· Vermifuge
Ingredients:
S.No |
Key Constituents |
Strength (%) |
1 |
(E)-4-thujanol |
39.8 |
2 |
(Z)-4-thujanol |
7.5 |
3 |
Myrcenol |
7.4 |
4 |
Linalool |
6.8 |
5 |
b-myrcene |
4.8 |
6 |
b-caryophyllene |
4.1 |
7 |
Terpinen-4-ol |
4.1 |
8 |
Myrtenyl acetate |
4.0 |
9 |
a-terpineol |
3.2 |
10 |
(P)-limonene |
2.7 |
11 |
g-terpinene |
1.9 |
12 |
a-pinene |
1.8 |
13 |
sabinene |
1.8 |
14 |
Ocimenone |
1.3 |
15 |
a-terpinene |
1.0 |
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Safety Summary
· Hazardous No Data
· Contraindications Not Known
Systemic Effects
· Acute toxicity: no data available
· Respiratory and skin sensitization: no data available
· Carcinogenicity: no data available
· Germ cell mutagenicity: no data available
· Reproductive toxicity: no data available
· STOT single exposure: no data available
· STOT repeated exposure: no data available
· Phototoxicity: no data available
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
· Aquatic Toxicity: toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
· Bioaccumulation: No data available
· Mobility in soil: No data available
· Persistence and degradability: No data available
· PBT and vPvB assessment: No data available
· Other adverse effects: Do not allow it to enter into water systems and marine environment.