Obtained by steam distillation of leaves and flowers. Pale yellow oil with a fresh woody-herbaceous odour.
Main Components: terpinene, carvacrol, linalool, cymene.
Actions*: antiseptic, antispasmodic, cardiac, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, immunostimulant, hypertensive, insectidal, tonic.
Applications*: respiratory infections, shallow breathing, congestion, asthma, skin infections, candidiasis, digestive system problems, promotes appetite, gout, rheumatism, arthritis, cramps, depression.
Safety data: non-toxic, non-irritating, possibly low-sensitizing.