Main effects: refreshing, warming, stimulating. Aroma: sharp, fresh and sweet plant section: needles method of extracting: distillation note: between essential thyme oil was used in herbal medicine since ancient times. Words "thymos" mean "perfume" in greek language. Thyme has strong antiseptic properties and therefore it was widely used in egypt for embalming. Valuable plant by cough, bronchitis and other colds ailments due to its deodorizing and mucosal effect. It seems strengthening on the nervous system and helps with better concentration. The oil is strong and must be used with caution.