Medicinal Thyme – History And Modern Uses

Thyme is an ordinary plant with an extraordinary background, extending back to the beginnings of recorded history. A familiar culinary and ornamental herb from the mint family, its pleasantly lemony fragrance is a frequent flavoring in poultry and vegetable dishes. It’s a versatile ingredient, utilized in creative ways. its honey is produced on Mount Hymettus in Greece, and it’s an ingredient in liqueurs created by Benedictine monks.

More than 220 species of thyme are cultivated. Most are low-growing evergreen shrubs that enjoy sunny and dry conditions. Thyme is native to southern Europe, but has become naturalized in many other …read more