- Thyme, Thymus vulgaris L. [Fam. Lamiaceae], was traditionally used to help support coughs and catarrh (mucous) of the upper respiratory tract. The German Commission E also lists thyme leaves and oil for helping support poor digestion. – In European folk tradition, thyme leaf tea can also be tried to help support nervous concerns. Experimentally, oil of thyme lowers arterial pressure, can increase heart rhythms, respiratory volume, lowers blood pressure and alleviates toothaches. The oil is str
