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Thyme Lemon

Botanical Name: Thymus hiemalis

Anatomical areas: Skin, circulatory system, muscles and joints, respiratory system, digestive system, genito-urinary system, immune system, nervous system.

Allopathic uses: Anthelminthic, antimicrobial, anti-oxidant, antiputrescent, antirheumatic, antiseptic (intestinal, pulmonary, genito-urinary), antispasmodic, antitussive, antitoxic, aperitif, astringent, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, balsamic, carminative, cicatrizant, diuretic, emmenagogue, nervine, revulsive, rubefacient, parasiticide, stimulant (immune system, circulation), sudorific, tonic, vermifuge.

Indications: Abscess, acne, bruises, burns, dermatitis, eczema, insect bites, lice, gum infections, oily skin, scabies, arthritis, cellulitis, gout, muscular aches and pains, obesity, edema, poor circulation, rheumatism, sprains, sports injuries, asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, coughs, laryngitis, sinusitis, sore throat, tonsillitis, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, cystitis, urethritis, colds, flu, headache, insomnia, nervous debility, stress-related complaints.

Holistic uses: Uplifting, appeasing, sharpens senses, stimulating, relaxes the nerves.

Contraindications: High blood pressure.

Blending: Blends wells with bergamot, lemon, rosemary, melissa, lavender, lavandin, marjoram, Peru balsam, pine.

Chemical Components: Thymol and carvacrol (up to 60%), cavacrol (10-20%), cymene, terpinene, camphene, borneol, linalol. Depending on source, can contain geraniol, citral and thuyanol.

Characteristics: Clear to yellowish color. Citrusy aroma.

Extraction: Water or steam distillation from fresh or partially dried leaves and flowering tops. Red thyme oil is crude distillate. White thyme oil is further distilled or rectified.