Wild Thyme from Köhler’s Medicinal Plants / Thymus serpyllum

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This digital image features the Wild Thyme, scientifically identified as Thymus serpyllum, sourced from Köhlers Medicinal Plants. Originally published in 1887, this image has undergone meticulous enhancement and upscaling to provide you with the highest quality resolution available.

Thymus serpyllum is a perennial herb that belongs to the Lamiaceae family, commonly known as Wild Thyme. It is a highly aromatic plant that can grow up to 45 cm tall and has tiny dark green leaves with pinkish-purple flowers. Native to Europe, it has short flowering cycles from May to August and prefers dry and sunny habitats. This plant has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times, thanks to its antibacterial properties. It has also been used in cooking as an ingredient in various dishes, such as marinades, sauces and stews. Thymus serpyllum contains thymol, carvacrol, and rosmarinic acid among other compounds that are valuable in maintaining respiratory health. Its essential oils have potent antimicrobial effects that make it useful against infections caused by bacteria or fungi. Due to their therapeutic properties, thyme-based products have become increasingly popular alternatives in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industries over recent years.