Organic Wild Rosemary from the mountains of Pindos, in northern Greece.

Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, belongs to the family of Labiatae or Lamiaceae. It is an evergreen, bushy woody shrub native to the Mediterranean region and can grow to 1.5 meter tall. Its leaves are needle-like, green above and silvery below, 2-4 cm. The small flowers are most often pale bluish, but can also be whitish or lilac. It is peculiar to Rosemary, that it can flower almost all year, different bushes setting flowers at different times here in Pindos, in northern Greece.

Organic Wild Rosemary Additional information:

Greek Organic Wild Rosemary is another herb with a long and outstanding reputation since antiquity. Probably, the first ancient mentioning of it was found in the Sumerian cuneiform tablets, discovered 1920 near Nineveh and dated to approx. 1700 BC. Few herbs throughout history had as much symbolism attached to it, as Rosemary has.
It was considered a sacred plant to the Greeks, Egyptians, and Romans, associated with love, death (renewal), immortality, purity and remembrance. Traces of Rosemary were found in Egyptian tombs dating from 3000BC, as it was among the herbs used for embalming. In ancient Greece, it was used to fumigate temples and as a herb for garlands worn on the heads of scholars to improve memory and invigorate the spirit. Rosemary was associated with Athena, the goddess of wisdom, poetry and arts. The nine daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne (memory), the muses, are often depicted with sprigs of Rosemary in their hands.

Organic Wild Rosemary Medicinal Uses:

Throughout the centuries, Rosemary was believed to strengthen memory and mental clarity, uplift the spirit, protect against evil influences from around, and evil thoughts within. Rosemary became a symbol of stability, fidelity and friendship, used throughout the ancient world in rituals and ceremonies, such as funerals and weddings. in Pindos, in northern Greece.

Rosemary was, and is, a symbol for sincerity.

Organic Wild Rosemary Medical benefits:

Energizing, aphrodisiac, cleansing and mood enhancing.
Anti-inflammatory, stimulating, antibacterial, anti-fungal, analgesic.
Aids digestion of fats.
An infusion used as a tea makes a reviving drink and can also be used as a mouthwash for halitosis or a good antiseptic gargle.
Energizing, aphrodisiac, cleansing and mood enhancing.

Organic Wild Rosemary Uses:

One of the more traditional uses for rosemary is as an accompaniment to lamb dishes. If you blend rosemary leaves, garlic, lemon juice and seasoning and marinate your lamb before cooking it will taste delicious. It is also an excellent addition to your cakes and ice-cream recipes. This also works for chicken and pork dishes. Use sprigs for roasting, grilling or on the barbecue.

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