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Thyme

July 2, 2026 · Omnia Sana
Thymus vulgaris
Family: Lamiaceae  ·  Parts used: Aerial parts (herb) and essential oil  ·  Also known as: Common thyme, Garden thyme

Key actions

AntimicrobialAntispasmodicAntitussive (cough suppressant)Expectorant

Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence

  • BronchitisModerate
  • Cold & fluModerate
  • CoughModerate
  • Respiratory supportModerate
  • Infection (general)Traditional
  • WoundsTraditional
  • Menstrual crampsTraditional
  • Muscle spasmTraditional
  • Sore throatTraditional

Selected studies & references

ReviewThymol and Thyme Essential Oil-New Insights into Selected Therapeutic Applications (2020)
ReviewThymol, thyme, and other plant sources: Health and potential uses (2018)
RctEfficacy and tolerability of a fluid extract combination of thyme herb and ivy leaves and matched placebo in adults suffering from acute bronchitis with productive cough (2006)
PreclinicalIsolation, characterization and antimicrobial activity study of Thymus vulgaris (2024)
PreclinicalAntibacterial activity of Thymus vulgaris (thyme) essential oil against strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Staphylococcus saprophyticus isolated from meat product (2023)
PreclinicalThymus vulgaris Oil Nanoemulsion: Synthesis, Characterization, Antimicrobial and Anticancer Activities (2023)
PreclinicalThymus vulgaris L. essential oils from Emilia Romagna Apennines (Italy): phytochemical composition and antimicrobial activity on food-borne pathogens (2022)
PreclinicalCarvacrol and human health: A comprehensive review (2018)

All 13 studies in the Knowledge Finder →

Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.

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