In this article, we’ll take a look at some Heat-Tolerant Herbs that you can grow without any worries, especially if you live in a warm climate!
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Herbs add a wonderful array of lip-smacking flavors and inviting fragrances to cuisines. For you to take the most advantage of them, we have compiled a list of the Most Exotic Herbs from different countries that’ll help you make your food a little more extraordinary and a little more healthy!
Botanical Name: Ferula assa-foetida
Flavor: Emits a pungent smell and tastes like nothing in this world
Native Place: Central Asia & Middle East
USDA Zones: 7-11
Asafoetida, also known as ‘Hing,’ is extracted from the ferula plant is essentially a gum, widely used in Iranian, Indian, Pakistani, and Afghani cuisines. A pinch of it can supercharge the flavor of any food in the pan like magic!
Fun Fact: It also lowers blood pressure and has medicinal uses in Ayurveda
Botanical Name: Salvia elegans
Flavor: Leaves have a mixed aroma of pineapple and common sage
Native Place: Mexico and Guatemala
USDA Zones: 8-10
The herb offers a tangy taste with a distinct aroma that goes best in teas, desserts, and salads. The plant also has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Botanical Name: Elsholtzia ciliata
Flavor: Lemon-scented flavor with a hint of mint
Native Place: Asia
USDA Zones: 5-9
There’s no substitute for this exotic herb, thanks to its unique flavor and aroma. The tea made from its leaves has soothing effects. For culinary uses, it pairs well with meat dishes.
Botanical Name: Perilla frutescens var. crispa
Flavor: Mixed flavor that includes the aroma of mint, citrus, basil, anise, and coriander
Native Place: China and India
USDA Zones: 9-11
Also known as purple perilla and beefsteak plant, its leaves are the main ingredient in sashimi, soups, and sushi. It can also be added to salads, green tea, and stir-fries.
Botanical Name: Eutrem
In this article, we’ll take a look at some Heat-Tolerant Herbs that you can grow without any worries, especially if you live in a warm climate!
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