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In general use, herbs are any plants used for food, flavouring, medicine, or fragrances for their savoury or aromatic properties. Culinary use typically distinguishes herbs from spices. Herbs refers to the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant (either fresh or dried), while spices are produced from other parts of the plant usually dried.

Yerba Buena

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Yerba Buena, meaning “good herb” in Spanish, is a fragrant plant belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Several species share this name, but the most...

Yarrow

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Yarrow: A Versatile Herb with Many Benefits Yarrow, scientifically known as Achillea millefolium, is a hardy herb that grows widely across North America, Europe, and...

Wormwood

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Wormwood, scientifically known as Artemisia absinthium, is a herb that has a rich history and many uses, particularly in traditional medicine and the culinary world....

Woodruff

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Woodruff is a small herb with a big personality. Its leaves smell sweet, almost like vanilla or freshly cut hay. This lovely scent makes it...

Welsh Onions

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Welsh onions are a type of green onion that grow in bunches and are known for their mild, sweet flavour. Despite the name, Welsh onions...

Watercress

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Watercress is a leafy green herb that grows in running water. It has small, round leaves and a slightly peppery taste, similar to rocket (arugula)....

Vietnamese Balm

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Vietnamese Balm, known scientifically as Elsholtzia ciliata, is a fragrant herb treasured in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Vietnam. In Vietnamese, it’s called kinh giới,...

Thyme

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Thyme is a small-leaved, aromatic herb that has long been cherished for both its culinary and medicinal virtues. Native to the Mediterranean region, thyme belongs...

Tarragon

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Tarragon, known botanically as Artemisia dracunculus, is a leafy green herb that boasts a subtle, bittersweet flavour with hints of anise and vanilla. Native to...

Sweet Cicely

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Sweet Cicely are leaves which have a flavour similar to celery and star anise anise. They are used in breads and baked goods, and are...

Sorrel

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Sorrel is a leafy green herb known for its tangy, lemon-like flavour and is often used in culinary dishes for its refreshing acidity. Belonging to...

Scallions / Spring Onions

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Scallions, also known as spring onions or green onions, are one of the most useful and versatile members of the allium family. With their long...

Savory Winter

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Savory Winter is the other variety of summer savory. This has a much more pronounced flavour and should be used sparingly. [mks_button size=”medium” title=”Savory Winter...

Savory Summer

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Savoury Summer (Satureja hortensis) is a delicate yet flavourful herb that has long held a place in both culinary and medicinal traditions. Native to the...

Sage

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Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a hardy, evergreen herb from the mint family, native to the Mediterranean region. Its velvety, grey-green leaves and earthy, slightly peppery...

Rosemary

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Rosemary, with its distinct pine-like aroma and evergreen needle-shaped leaves, is one of the most beloved herbs in global cuisine. Native to the Mediterranean region,...

Rice Paddy Herb

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Rice Paddy Herb is the shoots and leaves of a small plant used a lot in Vietnamese cooking. It has a delicate flavour has notes...

Rau Ram

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Rau Ram, also known as Vietnamese coriander or Persicaria odorata, is a distinctive herb widely used in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Vietnamese, Cambodian, and...

Purslane

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Purslane are strange looking round leaves added to salads in India and the Middle East. It has a mild lemony flavour and is valued primarily...

Perilla

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Perilla is a herb better known by its Japanese name shiso. It is a prized herb within the cuisines of Japan, Korea, and Indochina. Two...

Parsley

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Parsley, often seen as a mere garnish, is in fact a versatile herb with a rich culinary history and a refreshing, mildly peppery flavour. Belonging...

Pandan

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Pandan are the sword shaped leaves of the pandan tree. They have a pleasant grassy, floral aroma and are used primarily to wrap foods for...

Oregano

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Oregano, a staple of Mediterranean cuisine, is one of the most widely used herbs in kitchens around the world. With its robust, earthy aroma and...

Nasturtium

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All parts of the Nasturtium plant are edible except for the roots. The leaves and stems have a peppery flavour and may be used as...

Myrtle

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Myrtle (Myrtus communis) is a beautifully aromatic evergreen herb native to the Mediterranean region. With glossy green leaves, delicate white or pink flowers, and deep...

Mugwort

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Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) is a herb with a rich history and a variety of uses, both culinary and medicinal. Native to Europe, Asia, and parts...

Mitsuba

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If you’ve ever wandered through a Japanese market or tasted a traditional Japanese dish, you might have come across a delicate green herb with leaves...

Mint

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In the lively kitchens of Italy, where basil reigns over pasta and rosemary scents the Sunday roast, there is one herb that brings a breath...

Micromeria

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In the rolling hills of Italy, where the sun kisses the earth and the wind carries whispers of thyme and rosemary, there grows a small...

Marjoram

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In the grand symphony of Italian herbs, where basil sings its bold melody and oregano brings its rustic depth, Marjoram plays a softer, more intricate...

Lovage

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Some herbs demand attention, and lovage (Levisticum officinale) is one of them. Tall, vibrant, and bursting with a flavour that lingers, it is the herb...

Lemon Verbena

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Step into an Italian morning, and you’ll find that the scent of citrus dances through the air—not just from sun-ripened lemons, but from a herb...

Lemon Grass

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There are herbs that quietly complement a dish, and then there is lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus). Bold, fragrant, and impossible to ignore, it is the heartbeat...

Lemon Balm

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Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is the herb that whispers tranquillity. With its soft, heart-shaped leaves and delicate citrus aroma, it is a plant that invites...

Lavender

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There are scents that instantly transport you, and lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is one of them. One breath, and you’re somewhere else—perhaps wandering through a sun-drenched...

Kaffir Lime

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There are some flavours that transport you instantly. Kaffir lime leaves (Citrus hystrix) do just that. Their intense citrus aroma, with hints of spice and...

Hyssop

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Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) is a herb that has stood the test of time. With its deep green leaves, delicate violet-blue flowers, and a scent that...

Horehound

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Horehound: A Traditional Medicinal Herb with a Rich History Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) is a hardy, perennial herb belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. Recognised for...

Houttuynia

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Houttuynia: A Bold and Unexpected Herb Houttuynia – a name that might not be as familiar as basil or mint, yet it carries a unique...

Herbes de Provence

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Herbs de Provence – A Taste of the French Countryside Herbes de Provence – a fragrant blend that captures the essence of sun-drenched fields and...
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