Thyme oil is derived from an evergreen perennial shrub that is famous the
world over
for its transcending fragrance. The Greeks used it as incense in their
temples whereas
the Egyptians used it in their embalming process. Thyme is a variable shrub
with white
to purple flowers. Some plants have variegated leaves and grow to about 25
cm in
height. It rejuvenates the nerves, sharpens memory and concentration,
helps combat
exhaustion and depression, fortifies the lungs and helps in curing colds,
coughs,
asthma, laryngitis, sinusitis, catarrh, whooping cough, sore throats and
tonsillitis.