The entire plant is very nutritious, packed with vitamins and minerals, and one of the aldehyde isomers found in Perilla is 2,000 times as sweet as sugar. There are many scientifically proven medicinal uses for Perilla. It has been used for centuries in Oriental medicine as an antiasthmatic, antibacterial, antidote, antimicrobial, antipyretic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitussive, aromatic, carminative, diaphoretic, emollient, expectorant, pectoral, restorative, stomachic and tonic The incredible flavor has been described as curry-like and a combination of cumin, cilantro and parsley with a hint of cinnamon. (Click on Nutritional information to read about medicinal and other uses.) Sushi is the first thing that comes to mind....This is the red leaf that wraps it all up. In the mint family, perella has antibiotic properties, hence, raw fish is safer because of it. There are other uses, and it tastes good raw on its own. Excellent color in salads, stir-fry, or soups. Looks just like purple basil. The Shiso Perilla Red (Akashiso), 'Perella frutescens 'crispa', is an intoxicating flavorful herb that should be as popular as basil or cilantro and it also is an attractive bedding plant. Red Shiso Perilla have green leaves that resemble basil except they have sharply serrated edges. Red Shiso is also commonly called Japanese basil/mint. The flavor is milder than Green Shiso. Red Shiso has edible flowers. Mix or sprinkle over cucumbers, cabbage, fish, soups, rice, and potato dishes. The Shiso is also an excellent container plant. The crushed leaves smell like lemon balm.
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Great for therapudic teas, seasoning for a basil-like flavor, and for coloring any broth. Perilla has a preservative/anti microbial effect without any chemicals. Putney Farm raised in my "crazy quilt" gardens. I mix herbs into all my plantings to fool and to repell those naughty little bugs and hungry, hungry deer who would munch away all the leaves if left unprotected. Perilla is just right for the job!
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Great for therapudic teas, seasoning for a basil-like flavor, and for coloring any broth. Perilla has a preservative/anti microbial effect ... more

Great for therapudic teas, seasoning for a basil-like flavor, and for coloring any broth. Perilla has a preservative/anti microbial effect without any chemicals. Make your own sushi! These leaves are the purple wrapper used at sushi bars. Delicious! Putney Farm raised in my "crazy quilt" gardens. I mix herbs into all my plantings to fool and to repell those naughty little bugs and hungry, hungry deer who would munch away all the leaves if left unprotected. Perilla is just right for the job!
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Great for therapudic teas, seasoning for a basil-like flavor, and for coloring any broth. Perilla has a preservative/anti microbial effect ... more

Delicious and invigorating Chocolate Mint scent and cool peppermint taste. Make a relaxing after diner tea or add to to hot chocolate or coffee. Reminiscent of Andes Candies, o chocolate mint is quite relaxing while perhaps satisfying your craving for chocolate?
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Delicious and invigorating Chocolate Mint scent and cool peppermint taste. Make a relaxing after diner tea or add to to ... more

Dried leaves organically grown. Sage tea is known to be antiseptic, as well as refreshing. Brew some and sip your troubles away. Sage is an excellent antiseptic for treating mouth ulcers and sore throats. Sage has natural antiperspirant properties. Sage tea is an excellent way to decrease all over body odor. Sage helps to reduce the output of excessive sweating due to over active sweat glands. Put 1 -2 teaspoons of dried sage into a cup of hot water and let steep for about 10 minutes. Drink this in small doses throughout the day, about a teaspoon each time. It should be noted the women who are pregnant should not use Sage internally *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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Dried leaves organically grown. Sage tea is known to be antiseptic, as well as refreshing. Brew some and sip your ... more

"A herb tea is made from the fresh or dried leaves. It has a very pleasant and refreshing taste of spearmint, leaving the mouth and digestive system feeling clean." "My favorite way to use spearmint, besides iced tea, is to tear and scatter it over grilled vegetables. It's unexpected and delicious." With a reputation for improving digestion, nothing is so refreshing as mint! This fine tea is so relaxing, and has a great fragrance! Pest control Main article: Pest control: Herbs are also known amongst gardeners to be useful for pest control. Mint, Spearmint, Peppermint, and Pennyroyal are a few of such herbs. These herbs when planted around a house's foundation can help keep unwanted critters away such as flies, mice, ants, fleas, moth and tick amongst others. They are not known to be harmful or dangerous to children or pets, or any of the house's fixtures "Edible Uses: The leaves of spearmint are edible raw or cooked. Having a strong spearmint flavor, they are used as a flavoring in salads or cooked foods. Spearmint leaves can be used whole, chopped, dried and ground, frozen, preserved in salt, sugar, sugar syrup, alcohol, oil, or dried. The leaves are often used in 'mint sauce', which is used as a flavoring in meals. An essential oil from the leaves and flowers is used as a flavoring in sweets, ice cream, drinks etc. It has a spearmint flavor. Medicinal Uses: Spearmint is a commonly used domestic herbal remedy. A tea made from the leaves has traditionally been used in the treatment of fevers, headaches, digestive disorders and various minor ailments. The herb is antispasmodic, urine-inducing, restorative, stimulant, and has agents that prevent vomiting, that relieve and remove gas from the digestive system, and give tone and strength to the stomach. The infusion of 1 oz (28 g) of dried herb to 1 pt (568 ml) of boiling water is also said to be excellent for nausea and wind." *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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With a reputation for improving digestion, nothing is so refreshing as mint! This fine tea is so relaxing, and has a great fragrance!Spearmint leaves can be used whole, chopped, dried and ground, frozen, preserved in salt, sugar, sugar syrup, alcohol, oil, or dried. The leaves lose their aromatic appeal after the plant flowers. Dry it by cutting just before, or right (at peak) as the flowers open, about 1/2 to 3/4ths the way down the stalk (leaving smaller shoots room to grow). There is some dispute as to what drying method works best; some prefer different materials (such as plastic or cloth) and different lighting conditions (such as darkness or sunlight). The cultivar Mentha spicata 'Nana', the Nana mint of Morocco, possesses a clear, pungent, but mild aroma and is an essential ingredient of Touareg Tea. Spearmint is an ingredient in several mixed drinks, such as the mojito and mint julep. Sweet tea, iced and flavored with spearmint, is a summer tradition in the Southern United States. It is used as a flavoring for toothpaste and confectionery, and is sometimes added to shampoos and soaps. In herbalism, spearmint is steeped as tea for the treatment of stomach ache. [edit] Health Effects Recent research has shown that spearmint tea may be used as a treatment for mild hirsutism in women. Its anti-androgenic properties reduce the level of free testosterone in the blood, while leaving total testosterone and DHEA unaffected.[7] Spearmint has been studied for antifungal activity; its essential oil was found to have some antifungal activity, although less than Oregano.[8] Its essential oil did not show any evidence of mutagenicity in the Ames test.[8] Spearmint has also been described as having excellent antioxidant activity; its antioxidant activity was found to be comparable to the synthetic BHT.[9] Due both to its antioxidant activity and its common use to season lamb in Indian cuisine, it has been studied as an additive to radiation-processed lamb meat, and was found effective in delaying oxidation of fats and reducing formation of harmful TBARS.[9]
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With a reputation for improving digestion, nothing is so refreshing as mint! This fine tea is so relaxing, and has ... more

Truly Minty and refreshing as a tea alone or flavoring another herb, as chicory. for example. At home, I cut fresh sprigs of Nountain Mint and chicory or dandelion, ronn them up and mince them fine. I use this for tea, or as a salad garnish.
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Truly Minty and refreshing as a tea alone or flavoring another herb, as chicory. for example. At home, I cut ... more

5 leaf Akebia tea has been in use around the world for centuries. Use alone as a tea substitute or in combination with other teas for a refreshing drink. Recent studies have proven its medicinal usefullness. "Complete description of uses":http://www.pfaf.org/database/plants.php?Akebia+quinata in Plants For a Future. The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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5 leaf Akebia tea has been in use around the world for centuries. Use alone as a tea substitute or ... more

Wildcrafted. Always soothing and refreshing, alone or in combination with other teas, Violet leaves are said to be relaxing and healthful. *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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Wildcrafted. Always soothing and refreshing, alone or in combination with other teas, Violet leaves are said to be relaxing and ... more

Wildcrafted. Always soothing and refreshing, alone or in combination with other teas, Violet leaves are said to be relaxing and healthful. *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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Wildcrafted. Always soothing and refreshing, alone or in combination with other teas, Violet leaves are said to be relaxing and ... more