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- Agrimonia eupatoriaAgrimonia eupatoriaHarvest (months): VI–VIIIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Herbal wineUpright herb with petiolate leaves and a yellow spike of tiny flowers.
- Alchemilla vulgarisAlchemilla vulgarisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · SyrupPalmate leaves; dew beads on leaves in the morning.
- Allium schoenoprasumAllium schoenoprasumHarvest (months): IV–VProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Herbal vinegarFine chive shoots for salads.
- Allium ursinumAllium ursinumHarvest (months): IV–VProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Culinary useSpring leaves in floodplain woods; strong garlic scent.
- AndrographisAndrographis paniculataHarvest (months): VIII–XA South Asian annual with strongly bitter aerial parts.
- Artemisia dracunculusArtemisia dracunculusHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Herbal vinegarAnise-scented leaves; kitchen herb.
- Bay laurelLaurus nobilisHarvest (months): I–XIIA Mediterranean tree with aromatic leaves; the plant of Apollo in antiquity.
- Blue agaveAgave tequilanaHarvest (months): X–IVA blue-grey succulent from the Mexican highlands, the source plant for tequila.
- BrahmiBacopa monnieriHarvest (months): I–XIIA small Indian wetland herb known in Ayurveda as 'brahmi'.
- BuchuAgathosma betulinaHarvest (months): XII–IIA South African aromatic shrub with small glossy leaves and a pungent scent.
- Cancer bushSutherlandia frutescensHarvest (months): IX–XIIA South African legume shrub with inflated pods and orange flowers.
- Cape aloeAloe feroxHarvest (months): I–XIIA robust South African succulent with bitter yellow leaf sap.
- Cichorium intybusCichorium intybusHarvest (months): V–XProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · PowderBlue flowers along paths; young leaves and root in the kitchen.
- DamianaTurnera diffusaHarvest (months): VI–IXA small Mexican shrub with aromatic leaves known in folk tradition.
- DandelionTaraxacum officinaleHarvest (months): III–XIProcessing: Tincture · Fresh (raw) preparationA nectar-rich plant with a bitter taproot and edible greens.
- Dittany of CreteOriganum dictamnusHarvest (months): VI–IXAn endemic of Crete with felted leaves and pink hop-like flowers.
- EpazoteDysphania ambrosioidesHarvest (months): VI–IXA Mexican goosefoot relative; a key herb for traditional bean dishes.
- Equisetum arvenseEquisetum arvenseHarvest (months): III–IVProcessing: Decoction · Bath additiveSpring horsetail; gather only from clean sites.
- Fish mintHouttuynia cordataHarvest (months): V–VIIIA moisture-loving East Asian herb with fishy-scented leaves.
- Foeniculum vulgareFoeniculum vulgareHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Culinary useFeathery leaves and fruits in sweet and savoury cooking.
- Fragaria vescaFragaria vescaHarvest (months): IV–XProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Fresh (raw) preparationWild strawberries; leaves and fruit in moderation.
- Galium aparineGalium aparineHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Fresh (raw) preparationHooked leaves; young shoots in the kitchen with care.
- Ginkgo bilobaGinkgo bilobaHarvest (months): VI–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · CapsulesFan-shaped leaves; leaf extracts in supplements.
- Glechoma hederaceaGlechoma hederaceaHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateCreeping stems; aromatic leaves in infusions.
- Greek mountain teaSideritis scardicaHarvest (months): VI–VIIIA Greek mountain herb; the dried aerial parts make the traditional 'mountain tea'.
- Greek sageSalvia fruticosaHarvest (months): V–VIAn eastern Mediterranean sage; the aromatic leaves are the Greek 'faskomilo'.
- HoneybushCyclopia intermediaHarvest (months): XII–IIIA South African shrub whose fermented leaves yield 'honey tea'.
- Hyssopus officinalisHyssopus officinalisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · SyrupBlue flowers; strong garden aroma.
- JiaogulanGynostemma pentaphyllumHarvest (months): VII–IXA climbing East Asian cucurbit; the source of the 'jiaogulan' tea.
- Juniperus communisJuniperus communisHarvest (months): IX–XIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Incense / smoke offeringNeedle shrub with "berries" (cone-like fruits); aromatic needles and fruits.
- Leonurus cardiacaLeonurus cardiacaHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · SyrupTypical woundwort of damp margins; pink lipped flowers in whorls.
- Makrut limeCitrus hystrixHarvest (months): I–XIIA tropical citrus with knobby fruits; the aromatic leaves star in Thai cooking.
- Malva sylvestrisMalva sylvestrisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · SyrupPurple flowers; mucilage-rich leaves in teas.
- Mastic treePistacia lentiscusHarvest (months): VII–XA Mediterranean shrub; the dried resin (mastic) is the source of chewable gum.
- Melissa officinalisMelissa officinalisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateLemon-scented leaves; a beloved tea herb.
- Mentha × piperitaMentha × piperitaHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateCool menthol aroma.
- Mentha spicataMentha spicataHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateSweeter mint with less menthol; tea and kitchen.
- Mexican oreganoLippia graveolensHarvest (months): VI–IXAn aromatic Central American shrub; flavor recalls oregano with a citrus note.
- Mexican tarragonTagetes lucidaHarvest (months): VIII–XA Mexican marigold relative with sweet anise-scented leaves.
- MoringaMoringa oleiferaHarvest (months): I–XIIA fast-growing tropical tree with pods and nutritious leaflets — the 'miracle tree'.
- NeemAzadirachta indicaHarvest (months): I–XIIAn Indian tree with bitter leaves and oil-rich seeds.
- Ocimum basilicumOcimum basilicumHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Fresh (raw) preparationClassic basil aroma; annual and vegetable herb.
- Origanum vulgareOriganum vulgareHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Herbal vinegarOregano aroma; dry slopes.
- PandanPandanus amaryllifoliusHarvest (months): I–XIIA South-East Asian herb with long leaves; a key aroma in Thai and Malay desserts.
- PatchouliPogostemon cablinHarvest (months): I–XIIA tropical mint-family herb with a heavy, earthy leaf aroma.
- Pimpinella anisumPimpinella anisumHarvest (months): VII–VIIIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Herbal liqueurSweet anise aroma of fruits; liqueurs and baking.
- Plantago lanceolataPlantago lanceolataHarvest (months): IV–XProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Salve / ointmentNarrow rosette and cylindrical flower spikes.
- Plantago majorPlantago majorHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Salve / ointmentBroader leaves than ribwort; leaf tea in tradition.
- Prickly pearOpuntia ficus-indicaHarvest (months): VII–IXA Mexican cactus with sweet fruits and edible young pads.
- Rice paddy herbLimnophila aromaticaHarvest (months): I–XIIA Vietnamese paddy herb with an aroma between lemon and cumin.
- RooibosAspalathus linearisHarvest (months): I–IVA South African legume shrub with needle-like leaves; the source of the red tea.
- Rosmarinus officinalisRosmarinus officinalisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Herbal oilNeedle-like aromatic leaves; hardy in milder regions.
- Rubus fruticosusRubus fruticosusHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateBlackberries from scrub; leaves similar to raspberry.
- Rubus idaeusRubus idaeusHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateRaspberry shrub; edible berries; leaves in teas.
- Rumex acetosaRumex acetosaHarvest (months): IV–VIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Fresh (raw) preparationSour leaves for salads and soups.
- Salvia officinalisSalvia officinalisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · InhalationStrongly aromatic sage leaves.
- Shell gingerAlpinia zerumbetHarvest (months): I–XIIA tall tropical ginger-family herb with striking shell-like flowers.
- Stinging nettleUrtica dioicaHarvest (months): IV–VIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Culinary useKnown for its stinging hairs and nutritious leaves.
- Symphytum officinaleSymphytum officinaleHarvest (months): IV–VProcessing: Decoction · Herbal oilLarge leaves; alkaloids—internal use needs caution.
- Thymus serpyllumThymus serpyllumHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · SyrupThyme-like scent; dry grasslands.
- Thymus vulgarisThymus vulgarisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · SyrupStrong thymol aroma; Mediterranean garden and cultivation.
- Vaccinium myrtillusVaccinium myrtillusHarvest (months): VI–VIIIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Honey macerateDark blue berries; leaves and fruit in tradition.
- Vaccinium vitis-idaeaVaccinium vitis-idaeaHarvest (months): VI–VIIIProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · Bath additiveRed sour berries; evergreen leaves.
- Valeriana officinalisValeriana officinalisHarvest (months): V–IXProcessing: Herbal infusion (tea) · DecoctionWhite flower clusters; valerian root in tradition.
- Vietnamese balmElsholtzia ciliataHarvest (months): VIII–IXAn annual East Asian mint-family herb with a mint-lemon aroma.
- Vietnamese corianderPersicaria odorataHarvest (months): I–XIIA Vietnamese knotweed-family herb with a sharp coriander-citrus aroma.