Herbs

The condurango plant is known and highly appreciated in South America, where it is used to cure stomach conditions. The native term condurangu (condor lima) points to the legendary tradition …

The gentian plant grows so slowly that it takes ten years to bloom and can live up to fifty years. This behavior could be an example for people who are …

The white dryas plant covers the Central European mountains, especially the Alps, during the summer. No matter how intensely cold the Winter has been, when Spring comes, white dryas vigorously …

The turmeric plant and other hot spices are crucial in tropical diets. Without them, food preservation and digestion would be difficult in warm climates. Good use of herbs proves popular …

The cumin plant was already used as seasoning or medicine by ancient Egyptians, as deduced from the fruits found in some tombs. In later centuries, its fruit was substituted by …

The flowers of the saffron plant are called roses, and they are colorful and pleasant spots in any autumn landscape. The Egyptians, Israelites, and Greeks highly valued saffron because of …

The coriander plant has been used medicinally for a long time, and both the Assyrians and the Egyptians used it. The plant can provoke toxic effects on the nervous system …

The lemon verbena plant is another gift of the American flora, tomato, potato, and many more. In Europe, lemon verbena has been cultivated since the 18th century. Some people confuse …

The cassava plant is very nutritious and immensely valued in tropical countries. However, when eaten raw, its root can produce severe toxicity, even causing death. This happens because of the …

The mosquito plant was around many years before insecticide sprays. Popular wisdom used sprays made with this plant as insect repellents. Its name pulegium is a Latin word that means …