Zataria multiflora is a thyme-like plant that grows wild in central
and southern Iran. It is a member of the Latiatae family to which
mint, rosemary and several other useful medicinal plants also
belong. In Iran, Zataria multiflora is used in traditional folk remedies
for its antiseptic, analgesic (pain-relieving) and carminative (antiflatulence
and intestine-soothing) properties. However, its
composition has not been published yet.