Thyme

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Description

Thyme is a perennial low aromatic shrub with much-branched woody stems.

 

Botanical Names

 Thymus capitatus (European Thyme; European Oregano;  Spanish Oregano;  Spanish Thyme)

 Thymus mastichina (Spanish Marjoram)

 Thymus vulgaris

 Thymus mastichina (Spanish Marjoram)

 Thymus vulgaris

 Thymus zygis (Spanish Thyme)

 All species of Thyme belong to the Mint (Labiatae) family.

 

Parts Used

 Leaves and flowering tops.

 

Health Benefits of Thyme

Immune System

 Thyme may suppress some forms of Bacteria - Detrimental:

 Thyme may inhibit the growth of Helicobacter pylori.  [1]

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