Herbs (leafy parts) and spices (seeds, bark, roots, fruit) flavor food and heal. Some plants are both—e.g., dill leaves (herb) and dill seeds (spice).
| Herb | Primary Uses |
|---|---|
| Angelica | Flavoring baked goods; stalks medicinal |
| Arugula | Salad green |
| Bay Leaf | Meat/poultry/vegetable dishes; headaches, migraines; antifungal, anti-inflammatory |
| Basil | Pesto, soups; asthma, stress |
| Bergamot | Perfume oil |
| Chervil | Flavoring; lowers BP, blood purifier |
| Cicely | Scandinavian cuisine flavoring |
| Chamomile | Tea; sedative, insomnia, skin rashes |
| Calendula | Skin infections; tea flavoring |
| Catnip | Teas, salads |
| Chives | Garnish |
| Coriander | Flavoring; digestion aid |
| Dandelion | Digestive stimulant; detox |
| Dill Leaves | Garnish; soothes stomach, indigestion |
| Fennel | Food, teas; perfume oil |
| Hyssop | Appetite stimulant; digestion |
| Lavender | Tea, pastries; aromatherapy; sleep aid |
| Curry Leaves | SE Asian cuisine; antiseptic |
| Lemon Balm | Herbal teas, candies |
| Lemon Verbena | Flavored teas; aromatherapy oil |
| Lemongrass | Thai cuisine |
| Marjoram | Soups, stews |
| Mint | Teas, relishes, flavoring |
| Oregano | Meat/poultry; antiseptic |
| Parsley | Garnish & flavor (many cuisines) |
| Pandan Leaves | SE Asian cuisines |
| Rosemary | Meat/poultry; astringent; essential oil |
| Sage | Italian/Mediterranean cooking |
| Savory | Expectorant; soups, stews |
| Sorrel | Salads, soups, stews |
| Thyme | Meat/poultry (many cuisines) |
| Tarragon | Meat/poultry flavoring |
Medicinal herbs require expert guidance. Keep this list handy for cooking and wellness.
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