Herb Collections

[Kevinator]

Hello everyone!

This thread is meant for the showcasing and discussion of all types of herbs (traditional Chinese, cullinary, ayurvedic, etc.). Please enjoy youself.

[Leafmite]

I grow what I use for cooking and odd stuff that I found mentioned in books. A type of artemisia that I grow is a very effective insect repellant (wormwood...who can resist a name like that?).

[WhiteRabbit]

Does catnip count?

[Kevinator]

Yes Sonya, catnip does count. It is in the mint family after all. It can make a pretty good tea.
By the way, great picture of your cat !

[Leafmite]

What a pretty kitty! She seems to be enjoying her herb garden!

[AnonYMouse]

I grow the usual stuff; parsley, cilantro, basil, oregano. With the exception of the oregano, I never have enough of the others when I want them for cooking!

I also grow two Japanese herbs (ao-shiso and myoga ginger) and Thai lime. If you ever get the a hold of the lime, scratch and sniff the rind. Amazing aroma.

[Kevinator]

I myself grow a few traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. Here is my list:
Rehmannia glutinosa
jiao-gu-lan
blackberry lily
tumeric
gotu kola
wolfberry

Check out their descriptions on my thread called 'My Herbs'. I will be posting more on there soon.