Pennyroyal is an aromatic perennial herb, known since antiquity for its strong essential aroma and distinctive properties. It grows in humid and sunny areas and is characterized by its small leaves and subtle purple flowers.
The aerial parts of the plant are harvested during the flowering period and naturally dried in order to preserve their high content of essential oils, which are responsible for its intense aromatic profile.
Traditionally, it is used as an herbal infusion with a refreshing and strong flavor.
In herbal medicine, it is well known for its tonic and aromatic properties, making it one of the classic Mediterranean herbs.
Grams: 100gr.
Dictamnus or erontas is an endemic phrygana of Crete, with a very strong smell and taste.
Its leaves are small and plump, covered with fluff.
Its flowers have a violet color and it is very tasty!
It is considered the Greek Edelweiss because it grows on steep slopes.
Tradition says that young people offered a bunch to their beloved as a sign of their love, that's why the name erontas for the plant.
Marshmallow, or althea, is a plant with round, serrated, gray-green leaves and red or white flowers.
It is also called hollyhock, while in Greece you often find it as an ornamental plant.
Its drink has a delicate flavor and somewhat sweet, with an impressive color that changes from dark to pale purple.
Rue is an aromatic, evergreen, perennial plant with fleshy leaves with three lobes, while its flowers are yellowish-green with round seed capsules.
Only the above-ground parts of the plant have therapeutic properties.
It is used in the treatment of several diseases, and it is also used in farming as an insect repellent.
Caution! It is forbidden to take rue herb during pregnancy!