Herbs

Damiana is a small shrub with small, fragrant yellow flowers and fig-flavored fruits.

Its name probably derives from the relaxing effect of the herb, since in Latin (probably from the Greek word damazo), damiana means the one who tames.

The dried leaves of the plant are used as a therapeutic herb, which are prepared as a tea.

Dandelion is a perennial herbaceous plant widely known throughout Europe.

To prepare it as a decoction, in 1 liter of hot water we chop 2 teaspoons of the dried leaves of the plant, leave for 5 to 10 minutes, strain the mixture and our tea is ready.

Devil's Dung is used in Indian cuisine.

It gives a taste similar to leek and garlic.

You can use it in the preparation of green rice, spinach rice, yogurt sauce, grilled fish, meat and fish marinades, etc.

Tip: You can make an easy sauce with mustard and mayonnaise and add curry and devil's dung. Perfect dip for chicken nuggets...

It is used in salads, pies, pickles and in fish sauces.

In various soups, in artichokes, in stuffed foods, in white meats and especially in dishes with egg and lemon.

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.