Food Ingredients - Herbs

Here you will learn the names of different herbs in English such as "mint", "oregano", and "parsley".

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alexanders [noun]

a type of herbaceous plant with greenish-yellow flowers and edible leaves and stems, commonly found in coastal regions

Ex: She carefully harvested the tender leaves of the Alexander plant for her herbal tea.

alkanet [noun]

a herb with blue-purple flowers, known for its medicinal and soothing properties

Ex: I brewed a cup of alkanet tea , enjoying its calming effect and vibrant color .

angelica [noun]

a herbaceous plant known for its aromatic and medicinal properties

Ex: He brewed a cup of soothing angelica tea to help calm his nerves after a long day .

artemisia [noun]

a genus of aromatic plants commonly known as mugworts or wormwoods

Ex: As the wind blew gently , the silver-gray leaves of artemisia danced in the breeze .

basil [noun]

a plant of the mint family with aromatic leaves that are eaten raw or cooked

Ex: With a touch of creativity , I added basil as a garnish to my fruit salad .

bay leaf [noun]

the scented dried leaves of the bay tree, used in cooking

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borage [noun]

a Mediterranean herb that is obtained from a plant with purple flowers and hairy leaves that are used in salads

Ex: He admired the vibrant blue flowers of borage in his garden , attracting bees and butterflies .

chervil [noun]

the fresh green leaves of a plant of the parsley family that is used in cooking

Ex: We sprinkled chervil over our roasted vegetables , elevating their taste with a hint of herbaceous goodness .

chicory [noun]

a blue-flowered herb of the daisy family, the root of which can be used with coffee and the leaves of which eaten in a salad

Ex: It reminded her of her childhood when her grandmother used to cook chicory with bacon .

chives [noun]

the slender leaves of a plant closely related to the onion, with purple flowers, that is used as a culinary herb

Ex: My mother planted chives in her kitchen windowsill , ensuring a fresh supply of this versatile herb for her cooking .

cilantro [noun]

a leafy herb that has a strong and slightly sour taste

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clary sage [noun]

an herb known for its soothing aroma and potential therapeutic properties

Ex: She carefully placed a few drops of clary sage essential oil into the diffuser , filling the room with its calming aroma .

clove [noun]

the dried brown flower bud of a tropical tree that is used as a spice

Ex: Chewing on a clove can help alleviate a toothache .

coriander [noun]

a scented herb of the parsley family, the leaves and seeds of which are used in cooking to add flavor to the food

Ex: You can use coriander as a garnish for your tacos to add a burst of freshness .

costmary [noun]

an aromatic herb known for its minty fragrance and medicinal properties

Ex: He brewed a cup of costmary tea to soothe his upset stomach after a heavy meal.

dill [noun]

a scented annual herb of the parsley family used as a culinary or medicinal herb

Ex: The dill seasoning blended perfectly with the creamy sauce of the chicken pasta .

fennel [noun]

a plant with feathery leaves and a round thick stem, used as a vegetable or for adding flavor to food

Ex: We discovered that fennel not only enhances the flavor but also provides digestive benefits .

garlic [noun]

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

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hyssop [noun]

a herbaceous plant with aromatic leaves and small purple flowers, often used for culinary and medicinal purposes

Ex: He carefully harvested the hyssop from his garden and dried the leaves to make a soothing tea .

lavender [noun]

a type of plant with purple flowers and a fine smell

Ex: She added a few sprigs of lavender to the bouquet for a touch of elegance and fragrance .

lemon balm [noun]

a herb known for its lemony fragrance and soothing properties

Ex: She enjoys adding lemon balm to her tea for a refreshing and calming experience .

licorice [noun]

a sweet black strong-tasting substance produced from the root of a plant, which is used to make sweets or in medicine

Ex: She loved the sweet taste of licorice , and she always kept a bag of licorice candies in her purse .

lovage [noun]

a Southern European herb of the parsley family with edible leaves and stem

Ex: She visited a local herb shop and picked up a small bunch of lovage .

marjoram [noun]

a scented herb of the mint family, native to Southern Europe and used in cooking

Ex: They harvested the marjoram leaves from their garden and used them to infuse oil for salad dressings .

mastic [noun]

a resin obtained from the tree of the same name, used for various culinary and medicinal purposes

Ex: He adds a pinch of mastic to his homemade ice cream for a unique flavor.

mint [noun]

an aromatic plant that grows in temperate regions, the leaves of which are used in cooking

Ex: She loves the refreshing taste of mint in her iced tea on a hot summer day .

mustard [noun]

the edible leaves of mustard plants, typically cooked as greens

Ex: The soup included chopped mustard .

oregano [noun]

a scented wild plant of the marjoram family, the leaves of which are used in cooking

Ex: The aroma of oregano filled the kitchen as it simmered in the tomato soup .

parsley [noun]

an aromatic herb with flat or curly leaves, typically chopped and used to garnish or season food

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pennyroyal [noun]

a plant with small, aromatic leaves and tiny, purplish flowers used for various purposes, including culinary, medicinal, and insect repellent

Ex: He carefully brewed a cup of pennyroyal tea, savoring its calming and aromatic properties.

peppermint [noun]

a fragrant herb with a refreshing taste commonly used in culinary and medicinal applications

Ex: He enjoyed a soothing cup of peppermint tea before bedtime , which helped him relax and unwind .

perilla [noun]

a herbaceous plant with aromatic leaves commonly used in Asian cuisine

Ex: She sprinkled chopped perilla leaves on top of her sushi roll for added flavor .

purslane [noun]

a succulent herb with fleshy leaves, commonly used in salads and culinary dishes

Ex: She picked some fresh purslane from her garden and added it to her summer salad .

quassia [noun]

a bitter-tasting herb derived from the bark of the Quassia tree and is often used as a natural remedy for digestive issues

Ex: I heard that quassia can be used as a remedy for fever .

rosemary [noun]

an evergreen fragrant bush of the mint family with narrow leaves that are used in cooking

Ex: She infused olive oil with rosemary and used it as a moisturizer for her skin.

rue [noun]

a perennial herb with bitter-tasting leaves used for culinary and medicinal purposes

Ex: The ancient Romans used rue as a key ingredient in their spicy herb seasoning .

sage [noun]

aromatic gray-green leaves, fresh or dried, used as a seasoning for meats, poultry, and game

Ex: The kitchen filled with the earthy scent of sage and garlic .

salad burnet [noun]

a herb with a cucumber-like flavor often used in salads and dressings

Ex: As a creative experiment, I mixed salad burnet into my homemade pesto sauce.

sassafras [noun]

a deciduous tree known for its aromatic bark and leaves, commonly used in traditional medicine and flavoring

Ex: As the wind blew , the sweet scent of sassafras filled the air , creating a tranquil atmosphere .

savory [noun]

a herb known for its aromatic and peppery flavor, often used in culinary dishes

Ex: The recipe called for fresh savory to enhance the flavor of the roasted vegetables .

sorrel [noun]

a European plant that is from the dock family, the leaves of which add a sour taste to the food

Ex: Emily planted sorrel in her backyard to attract butterflies .

spearmint [noun]

the common garden mint that is used in making candy and toothpaste, from which an aromatic oil is extracted

Ex: She enjoyed the cooling sensation of spearmint chewing gum as it freshened her breath .

spikenard [noun]

an aromatic herb with fragrant roots commonly used in perfumes and traditional medicine

Ex: He applied a few drops of spikenard oil to his temples , finding relief from his headache .

tarragon [noun]

an aromatic plant of the daisy family, the narrow leaves of which are used in cooking

Ex: She added a touch of tarragon to her creamy mushroom soup .

thyme [noun]

the aromatic leaves of plants of the genus Thymus, used fresh or dried to season meats, stews, stuffings, and vegetables

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wintergreen [noun]

a herb or shrub with aromatic leaves that have a distinct minty flavor

Ex: The aromatic wintergreen tea soothes her sore throat .

woodruff [noun]

an herbaceous plant known for its sweet, hay-like fragrance and delicate white flowers

Ex: As a herbalist , he grows woodruff in his backyard and uses it to create herbal remedies .

safflower [noun]

a plant with bright orange or yellow flowers that produces seeds rich in oil

Ex: As the sun set , the fields of safflower swayed gently in the breeze , creating a picturesque scene .

chamomile [noun]

a herb with small white flowers and a pleasant, soothing aroma

Ex: The herbalist recommended chamomile for digestive discomfort .

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