Tag: Sage

Mediterranean region. 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. Some varieties are also grown as ornamentals for their attractive leaves and flowers. Several other species of the genus Salvia are also known as […]

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, brilliant red or pink or blue flowers, and more. What sages can you eat? Common sage is not the only edible Salvia species. Other […]

the Mediterranean region. 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. […]

Taken in high doses, the compound thujone contained in garden sage may cause convulsions. Since thujone is volatile, most of it dissipates when sage is cooked, so the culinary use of sage is safe. Is garden sage the same as sage? Garden or common sage (Salvia officinalis) is the most common type of sage used […]

Wondering whether burning sage is cultural appropriation is a fair question — long story short, burning sage is problematic for a few reasons, the biggest being cultural insensitivity and environmental unsustainability. Is it wrong to burn sage? Are there any side effects or risks? When done correctly and respectfully, smudging is completely safe and the […]

The Aztecs ground up sage seeds and used it to make a drink called ‘chianzotzolatoli. ‘ Sage is still used in Mexico to make drinks with lemon and sugar (3). The practice of burning sage to cleanse a person, a group of people, and even a space has been done cross culturally for decades. What […]

History. It is probable that Sage was used in ancient Egypt to treat stomach ailments, toothache and asthma. It was listed in the Ebers Papyrus (1500 BC) as a remedy for itching. Followers of Hippocrates praised its styptic and strengthening qualities as well as its beneficial effects on menstruation. What is an Egyptian sage? Egyptian […]

How to use sage. Simply chopped, fresh sage is great sprinkled in moderation over fall recipes like this brussels sprouts with brown butter and sage or stirred into softened butter for rubbing on meat or melting onto bread, rice, or vegetables. You can even add it to a fancy cocktail. What can you do with […]

Some species of sage, such as common sage (Salvia officinalis), contain a chemical called thujone. Thujone can be poisonous if you get enough. This chemical can cause seizures and damage to the liver and nervous systems. How much sage is toxic? What’s more, it’s nearly impossible to consume toxic amounts of thujone through foods. However, […]

Drinking extremely large amounts of sage tea — or consuming this herb in other forms — over an extended period may cause heart problems, seizures, vomiting, and kidney damage if you’re ingesting more than 3–7 grams of thujone per day ( 41 , 42 ). Can you ingest sage? Sage is an herb with several […]

The leaves can be used fresh to season meats, seafood, and vegetables, or they can be incorporated into soups and stews. White sage can also be finely chopped and baked into bread, cooked into sauces for added flavoring, or used to flavor desserts. What happens when you eat white sage? White sage contains a toxic […]

Blue sage is a member of the Mint family (Lamiaceae). “Salvia” is a name that means “healer,” referring to this ancient name for a sage with medicinal properties. The species name “azurea” is Latin for “sky blue.” Blue sage is a common name that refers to several different plant species. What is the purpose of […]

Sage flowers The leaves may be familiar, but not many people know that the flowers can be eaten too. And if you are adventurous enough to use them as an ingredient, you can choose between edible sage flowers with a fruity flavour or a slightly spicier variety. Should you take flowers off sage? Pruning Flowers […]

Italy. Undoubtedly, the country which uses sage most is Italy; in this respect, sage resembles rosemary (which fragrance is remotely similar). Italians most commonly use sage to flavour meat and poultry dishes; especially veal, which is often thought bland, can profit a lot from this herb. Where is sage most commonly used? In the United […]

Sage has antimicrobial effects, which can neutralize microbes that promote dental plaque. In one study, a sage-based mouthwash was shown to effectively kill the Streptococcus mutans bacteria, which is notorious for causing dental cavities ( 7 , 8 ). Is sage good for teeth and gums? Sage is loaded with antioxidants that may help protect […]

Cats are safe to eat and chew sage, there is nothing within the plant that would attract them to the herb such as with catnip that contains nepetalactone which is a compound that stimulates cats senses causing a ”high”. How does sage affect cats? Dissipating negative energies is the primary purpose of a smudging ceremony. […]

Origin. Most sage varieties are native to the Mediterranean and Asia Minor. Sage migrated to Central Europe during the Middle Ages, and it appears in an inventory of herbs grown in Charlemagne’s gardens in France around the year of 812. Immigrants from Europe brought it to America. Where does sage originally come from? Sage is […]

The stems, leaves, and flowers of common sage are edible. For perennial growers in the warmest regions, they are available for harvesting year-round. Some folks like to pinch growing tips regularly to keep plants from flowering, claiming it results in better leaf flavor. Is raw sage edible? Sage is primarily used as a flavoring for […]

In the wild, white sage can often grow to heights of six feet tall and many feet in diameter. Its long stems come from a central root mass and last throughout one growing season before drying and dying back. As a desert plant, it likes hot, dry conditions. Can you find sage in the wild? […]

It’s also a sacred herb to several Indigenous communities, including the Lakota, Cheyenne, and Navajo. The Chumash people, for instance, who are native to central and southern coastal regions of California, use white sage in healing sessions to purify the central nervous system. Do other cultures use sage? A big one is the fact that […]