Liverwort

Liverwort

Scientific Classification Kingdom:   Plantae Division:   Marchantiophyta Liverwort is also known as hepatics, and its biological name is Marchantiophyta. It is a part of the non-vascular (Sans a vascular system, including phloem and xylem) plants. It has a Gametophyte dominant life cycle, where the cells of the plant carry one set of genetic information. There are…

Herbs in jars on shelves

List of Herbs

List of Herbs # 5Htp A Agnus Castus – VitexAgrimonyAlfalfaAniseedArgan OilArnica MontanaArtichokeAstragalus MenbranceusAvena Sativa B BasilBay LeafBilberryBlack CohoshBladderwrackBorageBurdockButterbur C CatnipCat’s ClawCayenneChamomileChia SeedsCilantroCinnamonCissus QuadrangularClovesCocoa BeansCorianderCranberryCumin D Daikon RadishDamianaDandelionDevil’s ClawDillDong Quaia Angelica E Echinacea PurpureaElderberryElderflowerEuphrasia EyebringhtEvening Primrose Oil F FennelFenugreekFeverfewFlaxseed OilFo-Ti Roots G GarlicGeraniumGinger RootGingko BilobaGinsengGoldensealGotu KolaGreen TeaGuarana H Hawthorn BerryHempHerbalistHollyHorse ChestnutHorse Tail I Irvingia Gabonesis J…

Licorice Root

Licorice Root

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Plantae (unranked):   Angiosperms (unranked):   Eudicots (unranked): Rosids Order:    Fabales Family:    Fabaceae Subfamily:    Faboideae Tribe:    Galegeae Genus:    Glycyrrhiza Species: G. Glabra Binomial Name: Glycyrrhiza Glabra Licorice root is a herbaceous perennial plant. It is the root of Glycyrrhiza Glabra., A sweet flavor is extracted from licorice. For rejuvenation,…

Lemon Myrtle

Lemon Myrtle

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Plantae (unranked):   Angiosperms (unranked):   Eudicots (unranked): Rosids Order:    Myrtales Family:    Myrtaceae Genus:    Backhousia Species B. Citriodora Binomial Name: Backhousia Citriodora The Lemon myrtle plant is also known as lemon-scented myrtle, Lemon Scented Ironwood. Its scientific name is Backhousia Citriodora. It is a flowering plant. Its other names are Lemon…

Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Plantae (unranked):   Angiosperms (unranked):   Eudicots (unranked): Asterids Order:    Lamiales Family:    Lamiaceae Genus:    Melissa Species: M. Officinalis Binomial Name: Melissa Officinalis Lemon balm, also known as Melissa Officinalis, Balm, and Balm Mint, is a perennial herb, used to make herbal medicines. The Lemon balm plant grows up to 70 -150cm…

Lavender and Butterfly

Lavender

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Plantae (unranked):   Angiosperms (unranked):   Eudicots (unranked): Asterids Order:    Lamiales Family:    Lamiaceae Subfamily:    Nepetoideae Genus:    Lavandula Tribe: Lavandula Lavender is also known as Lavandula, English Lavender, True Lavender, Narrow Leaved Lavender, and Common Lavender. It is a flowering plant. It has a wonderful aroma and beautiful flowers. Lavender is…

Kelp

Kelp

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Chomalveolata Order:    Laminariales Class:    Phaeophyceae Kelp is known as brown algae. It is also known as marine algae. It is an herb that comes from deep under the sea. It is the best herb for supplementing iodine. It belongs to the seaweed category that intakes minerals and nutrients present in…

Juniper

Juniper

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Plantae Order:    Pinales Family:    Cupressaceae Genus:    Juniperus Class: Pinopsida The Juniper plant is coniferous and the berries of junipers are considered a spice and used in many culinary dishes. It is an evergreen plant. It provides a beautiful landscape with its fresh fragrance and well-defined structure. Juniper plants are…

St John's Wort

St John’s Wort

Scientific Classification Kingdom:   Plantae Order:    Malpighiales (unranked):    Angiosperms (unranked):    Eudicots (unranked):    Rosids Family:    Hypericaceae Genus:    Hypericum Species:    H. Perforatum Binomial Name:  Hypericum Perforatum Saint John’s wort is also known as Common Saint John’s Wort and Perforates John’s Wort. Its botanical name is Hypericum Perforatum. It is a flowering plant…

Insect Repelling Plants

Insect Repelling Plants

There is a wide range of insects that we find on a daily basis in our environment. Some are harmful, whereas others are considered very beneficial for human beings. These insects turn into a nuisance when they invade houses and buildings. Some are also biting creatures that cause severe stink and redness. Insects like mosquitoes…

Irvingia Gabonesis

Irvingia Gabonesis

Scientific Classification Kingdom: Plantae Order:    Malpighiales Family:    Irvingiaceae Genus:    Irvingia Species:    Gabonesis The Irving Gabonenesis plant is also known as wild mango, African mango, Dika, Ogbono, and Bush Mango. The fruit of Irvingia Gabonensis is similar to any mango fruit used for food and valued for protein and fat-rich nuts. Its…

Indoor Herb Garden

Indoor Herb Garden

When there is snow outside and cultivation outside becomes impossible, you can grow some of the herbs inside as you can very well grow inside. If you are used to fresh herbs and you cannot grow them outside due to extreme winters, the best way to keep your food tasty with fresh herbs is to…