White Leaved Savory – Approx 50 Seeds
(Micromeria fruticosa)
R30.00
White Leaved Savory is one of the most popular tea and spice herbs of Israel and the Middle East.
Common Names:White Micromeria, White-leaved savory, Arabian Thyme or Lebanese Thyme.
Indoor Sowing: Spring and Summer.
Direct Sowing: .Spring and Summer.
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🍃 Culinary Quick Facts
Culinary Info
- 🌍 Origin / Region: Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East
- 🍽️ Culinary Use: Beverages/Teas, Flavoring, Mint Substitute, Seasoning
- 🥗 Edible Part: Leaf
- 😋 Flavor Profile: Minty
Medicinal Info
- 🌿 Medicinal Part: Flower, Leaf, Stem
- 🍵 Herbal Preparation: Infusion / Tea, Poultice
- ⚕️ Healing System: Arabic Palestinian Traditional Medicine
Growth Traits
- 🌱 Life Cycle: Perennial
- 🌾 Plant Type: Sub-shrub
- 🦋 Pollinator Method: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies
- 🪴 Growth Habit: Compact, Upright
- 🌸 Flower Color: White
Growing Requirements
- 🌞 Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- 💧 Water Needs: Avoid Overwatering, Low Water
- ☀️ Growing Conditions: Cold Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Frost Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
- 🟤 Soil Preference: Tolerant of most soils, Well-Drained
Micromeria fruticosa commonly known as White Micromeria or white-leaved savory, it is a dwarf evergreen shrub endemic to Israel and the eastern Mediterranean. This is an aromatic, evergreen perennial with ground covering growth habit. It has opposite, egg shaped grey leaves and small white flowers on its stems. It grows up to 60cm high and spreads to 60cm in diameter.
It is one of the most popular tea and spice herbs of Israel and the Middle East. The plant’s aromatic leaves are used in making herbal teas and is also used in cooking. When infused its leaves impart a sweet, minty flavor. In Turkey it is often mixed with olive oil and salt for dipping bread.
Common Names: White Micromeria, White-leaved savory, Arabian Thyme or Lebanese Thyme.
The plant is also known for its medicinal properties. In folk remedies, it has been used in treating ailments such as abdominal pains, diarrhea, eye infections, heart disorders, high blood pressure, weariness, exhaustion, colds and open wounds.
Caution: This plant is known to contain pulegone and should not be consumed by women who are either pregnant or who are trying to conceive.
Growing White Leaved Savory
Indoor Sowing: Spring and Summer.
Direct Sowing: Spring and Summer.
- Surface sow the tiny seeds on top of the growing medium and do not cover the seeds with soil, as light is required for germination.
- Mist to moisten and keep moist until germination.
- Optimum germination temperature is 20°C.
- Germination in about 30 days.
- Transplant to individual containers when seedlings have 4 true leaves.
- Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.
- Prefers full sun and average soil with very good drainage.
- Once established, water very sparingly.
Disclaimer
Medicinal Information:
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