Latin: Coriandrum Sativum English Coriander / Cilantro Greek: Κολίανδρο Turkish: Kişniş This plant is commonly known as a garnish or condiment. The taste of the leaves (cilantro) and the seeds(coriander) differ greatly. The leaves are used mainly in salads or as a garnish. The crushed seeds can be used to flavour many dishes. Growing Coriander…
Category: Plants and Trees
Juniper (Juniperus phoenicea)
Latin: Juniperus phoenicea English: Juniper Greek: Αρκευθος Turkish: Ardıç Phoenician juniper can be classed as a shrub or small tree reaching up to 8 meters in height. It’s most commonly known for it’s berries which are collected in Summer and can be eaten fresh. Juniper berries can be used as a spice in cooking and…
Lemon (Citrus limon)
Latin: Citrus limon English Lemon Greek: Λεμόνι Turkish: Limon
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)
Latin: Silybum marianum English Milk Thistle Greek: Γαϊδουράγκαθο Turkish: Boğa dikeni, demir dikeni
Spearmint (Mentha)
Latin: Mentha English Spearmint Greek: Δυόσμος Turkish: Nane Growing Spearmint Like all plants in the mint family, spearmint does not play well with others and will spread enthusiastically around your garden or plot, if you let it. Keeping this aromatic herb in it’s own container will prevent this. If you want to give it some…