Myrtus Communis The Common Myrtle This Plant Is Supposed To Be A
native of western Asia, but now grows abundantly in Italy, Spain,
and the south of France. Among the ancients the myrtle was held
sacred to Venus and was a plant of considerable importance,
wreaths of it being worn by the victors of the
Olympic games and
other honored personages. Various parts of the plant were used in
medicine, in cookery, and by the Tuscans in the preparation of
myrtle wine, called _myrtidanum_. It is still used in perfumery,
and a highly perfumed distillation is made from the flowers. The
fruits are very aromatic and sweet, and are eaten fresh or dried
and used as a condiment.
Previous: Myrospermum Toluiferum
Next: Nandina Domestica
|
|
| SHARE | |
 |
|
| ADD TO EBOOK |
