Thyme is an aromatic herb native to the Mediterranean region and is grown during the summer. Primarily used to season many dishes, there are several varieties, such as wild or lemony for lemon thyme.

Dried thyme leaves should have a distinctive, strong, and aromatic scent and flavor that vary depending on their origin. The scent becomes stronger when you rub the dried thyme between your fingers.

The leaves are linear in shape and range in color from ash green to brownish gray, depending on their origin. The powder, which is green to brown in color, contains light-colored fibers.

The different types of thyme include many health benefits. Dried thyme is source of iron and vitamin K, while fresh thyme can be a source of vitamin C, especially for women. It pairs perfectly with meat, fish, pasta, tomatoes, and even soups.

Thyme leaves have antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-infective, and antibacterial properties. They are particularly effective for fight diseases such as bronchitis, chronic cough, and can also be used for the flu. It also provides relief from intestinal problems (gastroenteritis, food poisoning, etc.)

Did you know? The word «thyme» comes from the Latin word *thymus*, which in turn comes from the Greek *thymos*, meaning "smoke." In fact, it was once burned and used as incense to ward off poisonous creatures.

Origins and Quality

Spain, Poland, Egypt, Morocco, or France (Provence)

Our various types of thyme have been steamed, with the goal of reducing the microbial load.

States and Conditions

To meet all of your needs, our thyme is available in two forms: in leaf and ground form. Please note that our lemon thyme is available only in peeled leaf.

Packaging:

• Limonaire: 25-kg lined kraft bag or original bag.
• Provence: 5-kg and 25-kg kraft bags and 100-g to 1-kg pouches.
• Morocco: 25-kg polypropylene bag or lined kraft bag.
• Spain, Poland, Egypt: lined kraft bags, plain kraft bags, or original (woven) bags ranging from 10 kg to 25 kg, and pouches ranging from 100 g to 5 kg.