Tag: History of Herbs
Borage-(Borago officinalis) Boraginaceae Annul Although borage is an annual, itself sows prolifically and often its grey green foliage and modestly bowed heads of sky- blue flowers and fat buds, …
Bergamot-(Monarda didyma) Labiatae Perennial This native of North America is one of the most sweetly fragrant herbs. It has mint- like foliage and honeyed heads of tousled blossoms. …
Bay Tree-(Laurus nobilis) Lauraceae Perennial The noble bay tree is native to the Mediterranean countries and grows to a height of at least 11 m (40ft) in good quality …
Basil-(Ocimum basilicum) Labiatae Annul Basil, together with French tarragon, is one of the most highly regarded culinary herbs. It is propagated by sowing seeds in late spring or early …
Balm-(Melissa officinalis) Labiatae Perennial This refreshingly lemon- scented herb is propagated by seeds, cuttings, and root division in spring, and in temperate climates again in autumn. It likes moist, …
Anise-(Pimpinella anisum) Umbelliferae Annual Anise is a small, parsley – like plant 45- 60 cm (1 ½ -2 ft) high with serrated leaves that have a warmly aromatic taste. …
Angelica archangelica-Umbelliferae Biennial Angelica has been described as one of the “stately” herbs. It grows to 1.5- 2m (5-8ft) and is one of the tallest herbs not classified as …
History of Herbs The history and romance of herbs is wreathed in the dim mists of time to intrigue and enchant us. Herbs are mentioned in the Bible many …
