Whole Leaf Myrtle - Myrtus communis (El Rayhan Leaf)

Description :

Myrtle (Myrtus communis) is a perennial aromatic shrub, always green, with an upright habit and fragrant flowering. Discover how this aromatic plant with multiple uses can improve your well-being.

Features :

• Botanical name: Common myrtle
• Family: Myrtaceae
• Origin: Mediterranean regions
• Part used: Leaves, flower buds
• Flavor: Resembling rosemary and juniper

Edible Benefits:

• Myrtle is a sacred tree in many ancient civilizations.
• Its essential oil softens the bronchi, ideal for respiratory conditions such as bronchitis and irritation coughs due to smoking.
• It is also stomachic, aiding digestion when a cough disrupts the appetite.
• Myrtle leaves are used to season mutton, beef, poultry, fatty fish (herring, mackerel) and game.

General Use:

• The leaves can be crushed and powdered to flavor sauces and jams.
• Dried flower buds are used as a seasoning in game meat or vegetable dishes.

Manual :

Add ground Myrtle leaves or dried flower buds to your culinary preparations to give them a flavor reminiscent of rosemary and juniper.