Rosemary is a tall, woody evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters.  Its scientific name is Rosmarinus officinalis. During the ancient times, rosemary was used as incense.

As a kitchen herb, it flavors chicken, lamb and red meat well.

For wellness, rosemary-infused teas help heal headaches and relieve stress. It should be taken only thrice a day like any tea. Rosemary tea should only be taken for a week maximum. It also should not taken by pregnant women.

It is a good tonic for the hair and scalp.  The tea can be mixed with shampoo. (Visit Hair Products: Shampoo, Conditioners, Dye and Green Tips.)

Rosemary needs full sun, watering every other day (or when partly dry) and organic fertilizer monthly. (Visit Plant Care for more information.)

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EM-EM TINASAS, MBA
The Gardener

Source:

Harding, J. (2002). Holistic herbs: An introductory guide to the healing power of herbs. Bath: Parragon Publishing

Peppermint is a perennial plant which is a crossbreed between water mint and spearmint.  In the Philippines, it is called Herba Buena or which loosely translates as “good herb”.  Its scientific name is Mentha x piperita. Ancient Greeks and Romans used this for décor for feasts and an ingredient for sauces.

As a kitchen herb, it can be used as minty topping for salads, added to chicken, meat or fish, and for sauces.

As a herbal tea, it can soothe indigestion and colds. Fresh or dried leaves can be made into herbal tea. Fresh leaves can be eaten, or crushed on aches and pains like headache, sinusitis, arthritis, etc. to directly apply enzymes. It may be slightly placed under the fire before direct application. It can also be made into homemade oil for massage for body pains and before bath. (Check Herbal and Herbs in Personal Care for more information.)

For plant care, peppermint needs part sun exposure, daily watering and organic fertilizer monthly. (Visit Plant Care for more information.)

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EM-EM TINASAS, MBA
The Gardener

Source:

Harding, J. (2002). Holistic herbs: An introductory guide to healing of herbs. Bath: Parragon Publishing

Did you know that it was the Romans that brought Lavender to Britain?  Its scientific name is Lavandula Angustifolia.

As a herbal tea, the dried flowers soothe fatigue, stress and tension, while the stems and leaves are made into essential oil. You can make homemade oil. (Visit Herbal and Herbs in Personal Care for more information.)  

Lavender requires full sun and watering every other day (or when soil is partly dry). Nourish it by putting organic fertilizer monthly.  (Visit Plant Care for more information.)

EM-EM TINASAS, MBA
The Gardener

Source:

Harding, J. (2002). Holistic herbs: An introductory guide to healing of herbs. Bath: Parragon Publishing

Lemon Balm is a perennial herb which is also referred to as Melissa, the Greek word for "bee".  Its scientific name is Melissa Officinalis (Labiatae/Lamiaceae).  It is a native of South Europe and North Africa.

It has a lemony scent with a gingery taste. Crushed leaves may be added to sauces, fruit salads, jellies and cold summer drinks.

As a herbal tea, it is helpful for indigestion, nervous tension, stress, insomnia and headache.  Lemon balm and peppermint make a good combination for tea.

Lemon balm plants need full sun, daily watering and its monthly organic fertilizer. (Visit Plant Care for more information.)

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Em-em Tinasas, MBA
The Gardener

Source:

Harding, J. (2002). Holistic herbs: An introductory guide to the healing power of herbs. Bath:  Parragon Publishing