Have you ever eaten these edible herbs?

Herbs are plants that give off a distinctive fragrance and can be used to make spices or seasonings. In fact, most herbs adapt well to their environment, so friends who like cooking Western food can grow some herbs at home.

01

Lavender

Lavender, of the Lamiaceae family, genus Lavandula, can be brewed into lavender tea and has the reputation of being the "office worker's best companion."

02

Rosemary

Rosemary, of the Lamiaceae family, genus Rosmarinus, was introduced to China relatively early, and in Western cuisine rosemary is often used to make spices.

03

Mint

Mint (bo), of the Lamiaceae family, genus Mentha. Everyone is fairly familiar with mint; some people have even been seen cooking noodles with mint. It is both a seasoning and a spice.

04

Basil

Basil, of the Lamiaceae family, genus Ocimum, seems to be used as a vegetable in China, but in Western countries it is often used to make dishes and also as a seasoning.

05

Stevia

Stevia, of the Asteraceae family, genus Stevia, is now widely used in food and beverages and is also a sweetener on the dining table.

06

Thyme

Thyme, of the Lamiaceae family, genus Thymus, should be one of the spices used relatively early in China; thyme can be used in cooking and marinating.

How many of these spices are you planning to get?