Native to the Mediterranean region, rosemary is also sometimes called dew of the sea because early morning coastal dew often forms upon the plant’s tiny leaves, making the leaves a virtual net for catching the sea’s moisture.
A popular culinary addition, rosemary is also an important medicinal herb. It can help treat and prevent lung infections, support cognitive function, and calm anxiety. It has powerful antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties. And in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), rosemary is known for its ability to Move Blood, Stop Coughs, and Calm Shen (spirit).
Its essential oil can be used as an inhalant to help soothe coughs, promote mental clarity, and refocus scattered energies.
Rosemary has countless healing attributes. Easily available in most places, this herb is well worth knowing more about. It’s practically a medicine chest of healing attributes, with a lovely scent and distinct flavor.
