Category: Spices

Mediterranean sage is an invasive biennial plant with square stems reaching up to 3 ft. (0.9 m) tall. Fine, woolly hairs cover the stems, new leaves, and leaf undersides. Mature plants become less hairy and develop prominent venation on the leaves. How do you stop sage from spreading? Another way to keep a Russian sage […]

Sage is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae, to botanists). But sagebrush, Artemisia tridentata, is in another family altogether, the sunflower family (Asteraceae). But of course sagebrush flowers look nothing like sunflowers, and in fact they are wind pollinated instead of insect pollinated. Is white sage the same as white sagebrush? White Sage (Artemisia […]

How to Plant Sage Plant sage in full sun. Sage should be planted in well-draining soil; it won’t tolerate sitting in wet soil. The easiest and best way to start sage is from a small plant. You can also sow seeds up to two weeks before the last frost date. For best growth, the soil […]

Salvia officinalis. sage, (Salvia officinalis), also called common sage or garden sage, aromatic herb of the mint family (Lamiaceae) cultivated for its pungent edible leaves. Sage is native to the Mediterranean region and is used fresh or dried as a flavouring in many foods, particularly in stuffings for poultry and pork and in sausages. What […]

In general, the use of sage for health purposes is recognized as safe. 1 But if you plan on using sage internally, it is important to let your doctor know (just as you should with any complementary medicines you take). As far as burning sage is concerned, it is generally safe to do so, even […]

Salvia officinalis. Culinary Sage Plants Garden or common sage (Salvia officinalis) is the most common type of sage used for cooking. You can also make tea from the leaves. It is very hardy and bounces back in the spring even after a severely cold winter. This particular sage has soft, silvery green leaves that can […]

Use the leaves as a spice, much as you would garden sage. Perfect for flavoring soups, dicing and adding to sautéed dishes, pastas, or flavorizing flesh. Leaves can also be used for tea. Is Wild sage poisonous? But sage is possibly unsafe when taken in high doses or for a long time. Some species of […]

As the name suggests, black sage would be dark in appearance, especially during drought. Compared to the other sage, like the white sage, black sage has a stronger and heavier aroma. What is black sage used for? It can be a spiritual tool Smudging has long been used to connect to the spiritual realm or […]

Etymology 1 From Middle English sage, from Old French sage (11th century), from Latin *sapius, from Latin sapere (“to taste, to discern, to be wise”), from Proto-Indo-European *sap- (“to taste”). The noun meaning “man of profound wisdom” is recorded from circa 1300. Originally applied to the Seven Sages of Greece. What is the full meaning […]

Bay leaf and sage might look alike in shape and size, but they are entirely different herbs. Bay leaves are best used in soups, stews, sauces, and beans. What is this? Sage is best used when making stuffing, poultry, pork, pasta, potatoes, with onions and walnuts, or paired with cheese. Can bay leaves be used […]

As a culinary herb, Purple Sage is one of the most flavorful sages and can be interchanged with regular garden sage. Sage herb plants can be used in all recipes calling for the delicious flavor of sage – stuffing, sausages, soups and stews. Can you eat Purple Sage raw? As with other varieties of sage, […]

sage, (Salvia officinalis), also called common sage or garden sage, aromatic herb of the mint family (Lamiaceae) cultivated for its pungent edible leaves. Sage is native to the Mediterranean region and is used fresh or dried as a flavouring in many foods, particularly in stuffings for poultry and pork and in sausages. Where does sage […]

Tulsi is part of the Lamiaceae family of aromatic flowering herbs that also contains mint, sage, oregano, rosemary, and lavender. What is the other name of tulsi? holy basil, (Ocimum tenuiflorum), also called tulsi or tulasi, flowering plant of the mint family (Lamiaceae) grown for its aromatic leaves. What is sage called in India? Sage […]

Salvia apiana, the white sage, bee sage, or sacred sage is an evergreen perennial shrub that is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, found mainly in the coastal sage scrub habitat of Southern California and Baja California, on the western edges of the Mojave and Sonoran deserts. Where can I find sage […]

The leaves and flowers are edible and can be eaten raw, cooked or used as a garnish. Can all types of sage be eaten? Not all varieties of sage are edible. And while you can happily grow a diversity of culinary garden sage plants, there’s also a lot of different types with gorgeous flower spikes, […]

In humans, sage leaf extract has been shown to lower blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity with a similar effect as rosiglitazone, another anti-diabetes drug ( 18 ). Does sage reduce blood sugar? Human studies have shown that sage leaf extract can lower blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity similar to the anti-diabetes drug rosiglitazone. […]

Mediterranean. Description. Sage (Salvia officinalis ) is native to the Mediterranean and naturalized throughout Europe and North America. Known as garden sage, meadow sage, and true sage, this pungent herb is a member of the Lamiaceae, or mint, family. What country grows the most sage? TurkeyUntil the ’60s and ’70s sage was harvested in Italy, […]

Clary sage should not be confused with its relatives from the deserts of the Southwest. Most sages, such as white sage, which is used for ceremonial incense and smudging, have stimulating and energizing effects, while clary sage produces rejuvenation as a result of its calmative, antispasmodic and relaxing powers. Is sage and clary sage the […]

Sage is a staple herb in various cuisines around the world. Its other names include common sage, garden sage and Salvia officinalis. It belongs to the mint family, alongside other herbs like oregano, rosemary, basil and thyme ( 1 ). What is the local name for sage leaf? Salvia officinalis, the common sage or just […]

the Dalmatian coast. The best sage is said to come from the Dalmatian coast. Our first gardener-in-chief Thomas Jefferson grew sage at his Monticello estate from at least 1794. Where is the best sage grown? Where does sage grow? Sage does best in medium to full sun. It can also do well in containers or […]