Winter Savory

Winter Savory is the common name of Satureja montana species, from Labiatae family.

Also known as: mountain savory.

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Winter savory leaves

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Features of Winter Savory

Height to 5-15 inches. Spread to 8 inches. Zone 5-8. Evergreen hardy perennial

hairy, square, woody stem.

brown, ovate, small seed.

aromatic, lance-shaped, leathery, small leaf.

pink flower in summer.

Growing Winter Savory

Site » full sun
Propagate »
Maintain »

Using Winter Savory

Culinary

Meat
Extracts used in commercial food products, such as salami. (Use leaf)

Vegetable
Good with beans. (Use leaf)

Household

Gardening
Good as an edging plant. (Use leaf)

Medicinal

First-aid
Apply externally as an antiseptic for insect bites. (Use leaf)

Supplement
Useful in a salt-free diet. (Use leaf)

Tea
A tea to improve appetite and aid digestion. (Use flower)

Traditional Remedies

Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.

Cautions

  • Conditions » Not suitable during pregnancy.
  • Please consult with your doctor before using winter savory for health related purposes.

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