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Salvia rosmarinus

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Salvia rosmarinus, synonym Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly known as rosemary, is a shrub with fragrant, evergreen, needle-like leaves and purple or sometimes white, pink, or blue flowers. It is a member of the mint family, Lamiaceae.

FamilyLamiaceae
GenusSalvia
NativeAfrica
LifespanPerennial

History & Culture

History, cultural references, and traditional context for Salvia rosmarinus.

Historical Background

Salvia rosmarinus, synonym Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly known as rosemary, is a shrub with fragrant, evergreen, needle-like leaves and purple or sometimes white, pink, or blue flowers. It is a member of the mint family, Lamiaceae.

    Cultural Significance

    Timeline: Journey Through Time

    Rosemary has cultural context that is still being expanded.