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With its sweet flavor and reputation for easing digestion - Anise seed has continued to find its way into countless baked goods, candies, savory dishes, beverages and liqueurs to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany unrelated herbs have a flavor profile so similar to Anise seed that they are often considered interchangeable, such as fennel, caraway and licorice. Licorice candies are often made with anise flavor alone and not any licorice at all! The most similar is, of course, is star anise. Considering that they share a name and almost identical flavor profile, it would be forgivable to think they were related or even part of the same plant. In fact, they occupy totally different worlds. Anise seed is a member of the Apiacaea family along with celery, carrot and parsley, and Star Anise comes from a South Asian evergreen tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnise seed makes a wonderful flavoring, and can be added whole to baked goods and savory dishes. It can also be steeped as tea, tinctured, used as a base ingredient for bitters and liqueurs, or ground to be used as a spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many centuries, people from all over the globe have found fresh herbs to be a gentle yet effective health-enhancing blessing. These are our own hand packed loose herbs, packaged in airtight resealable pouches to keep light and moisture out, and freshness in. 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Its earthy and slightly citrusy flavor is the defining characteristic of rye bread; it’s a key ingredient in the Scandinavian national spirit known as Aquavit, and the primary flavoring in Kummel, a sweet liqueur that originated in Holland and is now popular in Russia. Caraway has one of the longest histories in Europe, dating back to the ancient Romans and is still ubiquitous to this day. There are many reasons for the sustained popularity of Caraway: it’s a relatively cheap spice, has a unique and prominent flavor profile, and is famously soothing and beneficial to digestion. Caraway seeds can be added to breads and pastries, soups and stews, or steeped for a warming, soothing after dinner tea. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smallflower Herbs \u0026 Teas","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":37056786890903,"sku":"11237","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/0662\/6967\/products\/Caraway-Seed.jpg?v=1762274530"},{"product_id":"smallflower-fennel-seed-foeniculum-vulgare-4-oz","title":"Smallflower Fennel Seed (Foeniculum vulgare) (4 oz) #11275","description":"\u003cp\u003eFennel  (Foeniculum vulgare) is a feathery, hollow stemmed perennial in the same family as carrots, celery, parsley, coriander and dill. It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and parts of Western Asia and is known as a common staple in the culinary and medicinal traditions of these regions and beyond. The part of the plant most commonly used in herbalism and cooking is known as the fennel seed, even though it is technically the fruit. Fennel seed is prized for its aromatic, anise-like flavor to add sweet earthiness to foods and tea blends. The volatile oils in Fennel seed have known carminative, anti-spasmotic properties and it has been used for centuries to ease common digestive complaints like gas and bloating, nausea and constipation. Fennel seed can be decocted or tinctured on its own, or added to tea blends, foods or recipes for digestive bitters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon names: Fennel, fenkel, sweet fennel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecautions: No known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smallflower Herbs \u0026 Teas","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":37056789512343,"sku":"11275","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/0662\/6967\/products\/Fennel-Seed.jpg?v=1762274564"},{"product_id":"smallflower-rosemary-leaves-rosemarinnus-officinalis-4-oz","title":"Smallflower Rosemary Leaves (Rosemarinnus officinalis) (4 oz) #11364","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor many centuries, people from all over the globe have found fresh herbs to be a gentle yet effective health-enhancing blessing. These are our own hand packed loose herbs, packaged in airtight resealable pouches to keep light and moisture out, and freshness in. 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Its grayish-green, or purplish leaves are between 1.5-2 inches long and deeply veined, slightly hairy, wrinkled, and growing in pairs on the characteristic square stem of the mint family plants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a name derived from the Latin word salvus, meaning healthy - its not surprising that Sage has been known and used for its health supporting qualities since ancient times.  In ancient folk traditions, Sage was believed to support long life and vitality, with a broad range of uses from respiratory and digestive support to oral health and positive mood. The modern reputation of Sage revolves around its uses supporting healthy mood, memory and cognition, hormonal balance and overall healthy aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smallflower Herbs \u0026 Teas","offers":[{"title":"6 oz","offer_id":37056793706647,"sku":"11367","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/0662\/6967\/products\/sage-leaves_84a02d22-8728-462a-8a03-44a028d939b5.jpg?v=1762274640"},{"product_id":"smallflower-sage-leaves-salvia-officinalis-3-oz","title":"Smallflower Sage Leaves (Salvia officinalis) (3 oz) #11366","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalvia officinalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a shrubby perennial herb in the mint family, native to Southeastern Europe and Northwestern Africa, but now widely cultivated in temperate climates around the world. Its grayish-green, or purplish leaves are between 1.5-2 inches long and deeply veined, slightly hairy, wrinkled, and growing in pairs on the characteristic square stem of the mint family plants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a name derived from the Latin word salvus, meaning healthy - its not surprising that Sage has been known and used for its health supporting qualities since ancient times.  In ancient folk traditions, Sage was believed to support long life and vitality, with a broad range of uses from respiratory and digestive support to oral health and positive mood. 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Due in part to its high oil content, Cinnamon is an incredibly versatile and very valuable spice, used in food, fragrance \u0026amp; incense as well as medicine. Pliny the Elder, one of Rome’s most revered thinkers, even declared cinnamon more valuable than silver!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinnamon contains a pungent phytochemical called cinnamaldehyde which is responsible for its rich flavor and aroma, as well as many of its health supporting benefits. In many herbal and healing traditions, cinnamon is considered a warming, drying and cleansing herb for both body and mind. It has been used as incense for sacred ceremony, medicinally for supporting respiratory conditions and minor digestive discomfort, as well as to help support healthy blood sugar levels. Our fair trade organic Cinnamon Chips can be ground for use in cooking and baking, or decocted for a lovely, warming tea. 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A member of the Ginger family, the plant has a tall flowering shoot surrounded by leafy shoots that can grow up to 20 feet tall. The pods can be white, green or black depending on how they are dried and processed. Green Cardamom is dried for one day and night in a kiln or controlled, heated room and is considered true cardamom. Cardamom is the 3rd most expensive spice in the world behind saffron and vanilla, prized for its pungent and unique flavor profile which has been compared to clove and cinnamon with hints of citrus and mint. Cardamom is a prominent flavor in many varied cuisines around the world from Scandinavia, India and the Mediterranean region to the coasts of Central America. Cardamom can be used whole or ground, in sweets or in savory dishes. It makes a lovely digestive tea either on its own or combined with other spices, and it can be chewed for oral health and fresh breath. 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There are dozens of known Oregano species that have been given hundreds of scientific names over the years, thriving in warm climates across the globe from Eurasia to Mexico. Origanum onites, or Greek Oregano, is native to Greece and the Mediterranean region, and now mostly cultivated in Turkey. It is from the most highly valued family of Oregano plants, the Lamiaceae, or mint family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis little evergreen shrub with its long stems, tiny leaves and delicate pinkish purple flowers clings to rocky hillsides along the sea in search of the sun; it not only protects the soil from erosion, but decorates the landscape with life and color. Because of this and its flavor and health benefits, Oregano has been associated with joy and happiness throughout its 50,000 year history with us; its name is believed to come from the Greek words, orei (\"mountain\") and ganos (\"brightness, joy\"). The essential oils in Oregano thrive on sunlight, present in higher concentrations in plants that are grown in full sun. These sunny essential oils, including thymol and carvacrol, are packed with antioxidants, making Oregano not only a delicious and lively culinary spice, but an excellent choice for boosting immunity too. 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There are flat-leaf and curly leaf varieties of Parsley that share similar properties and benefits, the flat-leaf being slightly more flavorful and potent. Parsley is well known for its merits as a culinary herb and garnish, even as a breath freshener after a meal. What may be surprising is that Parsley is nutritious enough to stand alone as a great benefit to overall health. Parsley contains many vitamins and minerals, particularly A, C and the somewhat elusive vitamin K, making it a significant contributor to eye and bone health as well as boosting immunity with powerful antioxidants. It is also a source of folate, a B vitamin important to many vital bodily systems and growth, especially during pregnancy. The volatile oils in Parsley help to stimulate digestion and support the body in effectively eliminating wastes and toxins. Dried Parsley has a light and peppery flavor that makes a delightful after dinner tea either on its own or paired with Peppermint.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smallflower Herbs \u0026 Teas","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":41696898711703,"sku":"10084528","price":12.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/0662\/6967\/files\/OrganicParsleyLeaf.jpg?v=1762278798"},{"product_id":"smallflower-cinnamon-sticks-2-oz","title":"Smallflower Cinnamon Sticks (2 oz) #10090877","description":"\u003cp\u003eCeylon Cinnamon is the dried inner bark of the Cinnamomum verum tree native to Sri Lanka. It has a sweeter, milder, more delicate flavor than the more common Cassia cinnamon from China, and a much more storied history. The earliest records of the use of Ceylon cinnamon date back almost 5,000 years in writings from ancient China and then continue throughout the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Rome. 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Cinnamon Sticks also make an ideal garnish for countless hot beverages like cocoa, tea and toddies. Cinnamon tea is wonderful by itself or paired with other warming spices like cardamom, nutmeg and clove. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smallflower Herbs \u0026 Teas","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46219568775319,"sku":"10090877","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/0662\/6967\/files\/SmallflowerCinnamonSticks.jpg?v=1765220346"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.smallflower.mom\/collections\/culinary-herbs-spices.oembed","provider":"Smallflower","version":"1.0","type":"link"}