Egyptian Thyme Spice Thyme. Family: Lamiaceae Botanical name: Thymus vulgaris Common names: zaatar, za'atar, zatar, Thyme, thyme herb, dried thyme, thyme seasoning Origin: Egypt Color: green Packing: 20 kg bags Hs Code: 09109900 Back to nature Ancient Egyptians and thyme use! 1- The used for preparing cooked food 2- The original material is Thymol 3- It is a repellent for worms and waste 4- Against tapeworms and fever 5- As an enema against the uterine urine and heartburn