Remedies

The use of the rock’s tea plant is quite widespread in the Spanish region of Aragon. Herbal teas (infusions) made with this plant are highly valued. They have a slight …

In Rome, the laurel plant was dedicated to Apollo, the god in charge of triumph, fine arts, and medicine, who was an archetype of male beauty. Roman emperors, athletes, and …

The star anise plant resembles the laurel plant’s beautiful appearance and its flowers’ magnolia. The whole plant has a pleasant aroma similar to that of the anise plant, though more …

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 …