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Cinnamon

The brown sticks are one of the oldest known spices. As early as 3,000 BC The Chinese used it to refine their dishes. The Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama discovered the spice on Ceylon...

Lemon

Its sour taste is the trademark of the lemon. The acid is said to have an invigorating effect and to stimulate digestion. The juice has a disinfectant effect. Due to its high vitamin C content,...

Lemon balm

Melissa owes its name to its attraction to small, honey-collecting insects: "Melissa" means "bee" in Greek. If you rub the leaves between your fingers, they give off a lemony smell. Melissa must...

Lemon myrtle

Lemon or lime myrtle belongs to the myrtle family and is at home in Australia. Leaves, seeds and flowers can be used for tea. The leaves contain 4–5% essential oil. They have a very refreshing...

Lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice concentrate is made from lemon juice. A large part of the water it contains is then removed from the juice, making the juice more durable. If the production method is gentle, most of...

Lemon verbena

The plant is characterized by its lemony odor, which its leaves give off when rubbed gently. Because of this aroma, verveine is a popular seasoning and fragrance, but is also considered diuretic...