Thyme grows wild or dry banks an heaths. It has woody stems, covered in fine hair and flattish round leaves and growing in pairs. Heavily scented flowers are borne in whorls. The medicinal uses of thyme derive firstly from its cleansing properties. A poultice can be made from leaves to combat all forms of inflammation and infection. Thyme is a good digestive and used as a liver tonic. It cures a wide range of psychological disorders, headaches, hysteria, halitosis and assorted female ailments.