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Marigold - Calendula officinalis

This herb is a beautiful, bright orange, aromatic flower that grows during the winter season. Actions of marigold: ant parasitic, blood purifier, calming, tonic, skin toner They use marigold against skin disorder, urinary problems, bleeding disorders, asthma, toothache, swelling, wounds, anal prolapse, rheumatism, earache and a few more. Marigolds powder, leaves, seeds, juice, flowers, roots and petals can all be used for different things. The leaves of it can be used just by throwing it in water and then drinking it. It helps with toothache. The herb doesn't have any side effects if it's taken in recommended dosage. Martin Cséry Abigél Csanyi

The red dead-nettle blooms from March to October. It can grow in various places, like on the lawn, in the vineyard and on fields. It's one of the messengers of the approaching spring. It is also a highly honey-bearing plant, and it also provides valuable nourishment to the awakening insects. Harvesting it is easy. Effects of red dead-nettle tea: ·&nbsp;&nbsp;Calming effects, suitable for nervousness, insomnia ·&nbsp;&nbsp;With irregular menstruation and menopause ·&nbsp;Diarrhea ·&nbsp;Inflammation of the urinary tract, prostate, kidneys ·&nbsp;Inflammation of the bronchi and airways &nbsp;The effects of red dead-nettles inside: a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Acne and eczema b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hemorrhoids c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mycotic problems Fresh leaves can be used on: o&nbsp;&nbsp;Burns o&nbsp;&nbsp;Cuts and stab wounds The young leaves and flowers of red dead-nettle are edible.&nbsp; They are used in salads and soups. In households, it was also used in cupboards and sideboards against moths. It can also be used in baths for hemorrhoids and fungal problems. Abigél Csányi

Rosemary is an aromatic evergreen shrub with leaves similar to hemlock needles. It is a member of the mint family Lamiaceae, along with many other herbs, such as oregano, thyme, basil, and lavender. It is native to the Mediterranean type of weather, but it is reasonably hardy in cool climates. Special cultivars can withstand winter temperatures down to about −20 °C. It can withstand droughts, surviving a severe lack of water for lengthy periods. One of the Downsides is the fact that seeds are often difficult to start, with a low germination rate and relatively slow growth. On the other hand it can live up more than 10 years. It grows so vigorously in ideal conditions that it can become a bit of a burden if not managed properly. When speaking of it´s growth it can be 0.5-2m tall and 0.5-1.5m wide The plant flowers in spring and summer in temperate climates, but the plants can be in constant bloom in warm climates. flowers are white, pink, purple or deep blue. It also has a tendency to flower outside its normal flowering season Usage: The rosemary is largely used in the culinary industry as well as in the cultivation and for its potential health benefits It is also used as a&nbsp;decorative plant in gardens. The herb has been hailed since ancient times for its medicinal properties. Rosemary was traditionally used to help alleviate muscle pain, improve memory, boost the immune and circulatory system, and promote hair growth It is also a&nbsp;good source of vitamins like iron, calcium, and vitamin B-6 Rosemary leaves are used as a flavoring in foods, such as stuffing and roast lamb, pork, chicken, and turkey. Fresh or dried leaves are used in traditional Mediterranean cuisine. They have a bitter, astringent taste and a characteristic aroma which suits many cooked foods Herbal tea can be made from the leaves Rosemary oil is used for purposes of fragrant bodily perfumes or to emit an aroma into a&nbsp;room Patrik Czigle

Matricaria hamomilla/ Chamomilla officinalis

How effective is it? Chamomile can deal with many health problems. It has proven itself for colds, fevers, coughs, runny noses and general weakening of the body. It is a great helper for indigestion and stomach ulcers. It helps with spasms and inflammatory diseases of the digestive system and acts against bloating and hemorrhoids. It is recommended for women with various gynecological problems. It is not only anti-inflammatory, but also antibacterial and diuretic. It relieves menstrual cramps and inflammation of the bladder. Last but not least, it gives the hair a healthy shine and rids the skin of impurities and acne. Interesting facts: It was known to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, and paleobotanical findings and archaeological excavations testify to the fact that peoples who inhabited Europe far before them came into contact with it, already in the Neolithic period (9,000-7,000 BC). It is interesting that distillation yields another medicinal product from chamomile - azulene (blue colored oil). Azulene is part of children's cosmetics because it has effects protecting children's skin from inflammation and various bacteria. Martin Cséry

It produces orange-yellow berries. It has been used over centuries as food, medicine and also skin treatment. It grows in Mongolia, Russia, Ukraine and Europe as well. It has stiff branches and its very thorny. The leaves are pale-silvery green. The male plant produces brownish flowers, which produce pollen. The female plant produces orange berries soft, juicy and rich in oils. Berries are edible and nutritious It contains a&nbsp;large amount of vitamin C and vitamin A Uses: &nbsp;Helps with sore throat and its used against viruses like influenza Berries can be blended and frostred. They can be added to a&nbsp;drink or smoothie or tea. Besides tea the berries can be used to make jams, lotions and fruit wine Cosmetic companies use the plants benefits in their products, for example shower gels and hair care, nutritional supplements. Lara Obert

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Recipe

We are going to prepare a&nbsp;syrup&nbsp; that is traditionally used in many Slovak households. We will need 50 grams of sage leaves (washed), 200 grams of sugar, 250 grams of warm water and juice from one lemon.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Add sugar into warm water. Cut the leaves into small pieces. Put them in a&nbsp;container. Pour the sugar water over the leaves. Leave it rest for one day. Separate the leaves from water. Add the lemon juice to the water and heat it on a&nbsp;medium heat for 5 minutes. Lastly pour this liquid into jars, close them and leave them to cool down. &nbsp;

Sage

Full name: Salvia officinalis It has woody stems, grayish leaves, and blue to purplish flowers. It has a long history of medicinal and culinary use, and nowadays it is used as a garden plant. It grows to approximately 60&nbsp;cm The leaves are oblong, ranging in size up to&nbsp;65&nbsp;mm long by 25&nbsp;mm wide. Leaves are grey-green, rugose on the upper side, and nearly white underneath due to the many short soft hairs.&nbsp; It has a savory, slightly peppery flavor.&nbsp;Its rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds Uses It is very popular in gastronomy because it has a&nbsp;really aromatic smell and flavour. It is also used in medical field, thanks to its healing properties. For example it lowers cancer risk, helps with memory improvement and improves brain function. Lara Obert

Lily of Valley (Convallaria majalis)

It is an herbaceous perennial plant that often forms extensive colonies by spreading underground stems called rhizomes. New upright shoots are formed at the ends of stolons in summer; these upright dormant stems are often called pips. These grow in the spring into new leafy shoots that still remain connected to the other shoots underground. Thus they create a&nbsp;underground linking system. The stems grow to 15–30&nbsp;cm tall with one or two leaves that are 10-25cm long. The flowers have six white tepals (rarely pink) that are sweetly scented and fused at the base to form a bell shape, of a&nbsp;size 5–10 mm in diameter Flowering is in late spring, in mild winters In the Northern Hemisphere it is in early March The fruit is a small orange-red berry (5–7 mm in diameter), it contains a few large whitish to brownish colored seeds that dry to a clear translucent round bead (1-3 mm wide) Usage: The Lily of Valley is nowadays mainly used in the perfume industry as one of the major ingredients In the perfume industry it was used for the first time in 1956 by the well known firm Dior The Lily of Valley is also used as the decorative plant on daily bases or weddings In the folk medicine it was used for centuries The old folk doctors used it mainly&nbsp;as a&nbsp;medication for heart problems with increased heart beat, which was later found as dangerous due to the fact that the Lily of Valley is a&nbsp;highly poisonous herb. That can even cause heart failure in some cases. Patrik Czigle

I&nbsp;want to show you a&nbsp;jam recipe that has many health benefits First, we prepare sterilized clean mason jarswash the berries and place them and water into a&nbsp;pot and boil on medium hear until they burst and release their juices strain the juice from the pot measure the berry juice add 1,5 grams of sugar for every ml of&nbsp;juice add it all back into a&nbsp;pot heat on medium heat until the mixture is boiling pour into warm sterilized jars sterilize them in a&nbsp;water bath for 10 mins allow the jam to set.

Nepeta cataria, commonly known as catnip, catswort, catwort, and catmint, is a species of the genus Nepeta in the family Lamiaceae. (Catmint is also a commonly used name) • It's a short-lived plant that grows to be 50–100 cm (20–40 inch) tall and wide. • It blooms from late spring to autumn. It resembles a typical member of the mint family of plants. • The coarse-toothed leaves are triangular to elliptical in shape. • The small, bilabiate flowers are fragrant and are either pink in colour or white with fine spots of pale purple. Catnip is also grown for its attractant qualities to house cats and butterflies. • The plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant (It can be a repellent for certain insects, including aphids and squash bugs) Catnip is best grown in full sunlight and grows as a loosely branching, low perennial. Kiara Adamiková

WHAT IS PEPPERMINT? Peppermint is a hybrid species of mint: • It is a cross between watermint and spearmint This plant is now widely spread and cultivated in many regions of the world • It’s usually found in the wild • Peppermint was first found in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus from specimens that had been collected in England • It grows to be 30–90 cm (12–35 inch) tall. • The leaves can be 4–9 cm long . They are dark green with reddish veins. The flowers are purple 6–8 cm long. • Flowering season lasts from mid- to late summer. Peppermint is a fast-growing plant, once it sprouts, it spreads very quickly Kiara Adamiková

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Thyme

Thyme is a&nbsp;southern European plant, usually grows on drier soils. It’s a member of the mint family and has the typical “lipped” flower shape. The flowers are usually white to pinkish.The aroma of it’s tiny leaves is incredibly strong. Thyme has been used for many types of bacterial infections, also can be used in mouth washes for sore gums, inflamed gums, or minor mouth infections.&nbsp;It works well as a tea, tincture and infused into oil, vinegar, or honey, can soothe a sore throat. For sore throat people used (and some still use) to put dried thyme into boiling water for about 10 minutes, strain it and then gargle with it. Hanna Macsánszky

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