Biology:Calamintha grandiflora
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Short description: Species of flowering plant
| Large-flowered calamint | |
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| Calamintha grandiflora | |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae
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| Species: | C. grandiflora
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| Calamintha grandiflora (L.) Moench.
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Satureja grandiflora (L.) Scheele | |
Calamintha grandiflora, the large-flowered calamint, showy calamint or mint savory, is a species of ornamental plant.
Distribution
It grows in certain mountains of western and southern Europa (Massif central, Alps, Pyrénées,...) above 700 meters high. It can be found in beech forests.
Use
It can be used in cooking, and in herbal medicine for bruises and cramps.[1][unreliable source?]. In the Aubrac region of France, it is used as an infusion and called "thé d'Aubrac" (Aubrac tea); it is appreciated for its digestive properties.
See also
References
- Pink, A. (2004). Gardening for the Million. Project Gutenberg Literary Archive Foundation. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11892.
External links
Wikidata ☰ Q2629469 entry
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