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…

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…

Aloe Vera

  Latin: Aloe vera (L.) Burm. f. English Aloe Vera Greek: Αλόη Turkish:   Aloe Vera dates back thousands of years – we’ve seen this plant make an appearance on the tombs of the ancient Pharoahs of Egypt!   Historically, this flowering succulent has been referred to as a member of the (Liliaceae)  lily family.  More recently it…