Star anise is the fruit of a tree called Illicium verum which you can grow if you have enough space and live in a tropical climate. This spice is quite versatile and it is used in many Hindu, Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. It is also used in beverages, desserts and general dishes. However, the health benefits of star anise are…
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Learn how to grow anise (Pimpinella anisum) which also called aniseed. This herb is plant of the Apiaceae family. Since it is native to the south of Europe and the Mediterranean, this plant needs warm weather to grow. What is Anise Plant? Anise is a beautiful ornamental herb that can be used for cooking. Its seeds are used in curries,…
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Many gardeners choose to grow tarragon because this herb has both culinary and medicinal purposes. There are three main varieties of tarragon: French, Russian and Mexican. Tarragon is also known as estragon. These perennial herbs are native to mild European climates. You can grow tarragon in USDA zones 4 and warmer, up to zone 8, except for the Mexican variety….
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Medicinal benefits of wormwood have been known for quite some time. Ancient Egyptians used this plant to get rid of worms. It is also mentioned in the Bible. This herb is sought after for its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. It is also a great at treating intestinal worms and parasites. Wormwood stimulates and aids digestion, fights inflammation and is…
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Mugwort’s scientific name is Artemisia vulgaris which means common Artemisia. It is one of the 300 Artemisia species, which are part of the Asteraceae (daisy) family. This perennial herb is indigenous to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa, but has spread throughout Northern America and other parts of the world. It is used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Europeans travelers…
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As a cat and dog owner, I worry about their well being, as do you (if you are reading this article). I have four dogs and three cats living in my farm in Pedasi. Ticks and fleas can be a horrible problem. So I was very happy to learn that I could use essential oils for fleas. Some oils work…
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Who wants to get older? Well we all want to live longer without aging. Now I am closer to 40 than 30, but I could probably still tell people I am in my late 20s and they would believe it. Aging has to do with lifestyle, as well as genetics, so there is a lot we can do to reduce…
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