Organic Arabic thyme seeds are prized for their aromatic leaves, culinary uses, and medicinal properties. Thyme is a hardy herb widely used in Middle Eastern cooking and traditional medicine.
Health Benefits of Arabic Thyme
Rich in Antioxidants: Contains phenolic compounds that strengthen the immune system and protect cells from oxidative damage.
Antibacterial and Antifungal: The essential oil, rich in thymol, helps fight bacterial and fungal infections.
Respiratory Support: Used traditionally to soothe coughs, bronchitis, asthma, colds, and sinus infections.
Digestive Aid: Helps relieve indigestion, bloating, and stomach cramps.
Anti-inflammatory: May reduce inflammation and support skin health.
Skin Care: Used topically for acne, eczema, and fungal infections.
Rich in Vitamins: Contains vitamins A and C, which support vision, skin, and immune health.
Culinary Uses
Adds a distinctive, aromatic flavor to meat, poultry, fish, soups, stews, and salads.
Used fresh or dried in spice blends like za’atar.
Can be brewed into herbal teas for medicinal benefits.
Plant Description
Type: Perennial, woody herb from the Lamiaceae family.
Height: Typically grows 30–80 cm tall.
Leaves: Small, oval, covered with fine hairs giving a silvery-green appearance.
Flowers: Small, tubular, purple or pink, blooming in spring and summer.
Habitat: Thrives in rocky, well-drained soils and sunny locations.
Cultivation Tips
Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil with neutral to slightly alkaline pH.
Sunlight: Requires full sun for best growth and aroma.
Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface or cover very thinly as thyme seeds need light to germinate.
Watering: Keep soil moist but avoid overwatering; drought-tolerant once established.
Spacing: Space seedlings about 20-30 cm apart to allow air circulation.
Maintenance: Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent woodiness.
Harvesting and Uses
Harvest leaves as needed once the plant is established.
For drying, cut stems just before flowering for best flavor and aroma.
Use fresh or dried leaves in cooking, teas, or homemade remedies.
بذور الزعتر العربي العضوية سهلة الزراعة وتُنتج نباتات عطرية مفيدة تستخدم في الطهي والطب الشعبي لدعم الصحة العامة وعلاج العديد من الأمراض التنفسية والهضمية