Herb Thesaurus Project                                Tori Orr, 2004

Introduction

This thesaurus functions as a means for indexing articles, photos, and web pages on some of the basic identifying characteristics of herbs. It is designed for the hobbyist or recreational gardener rather than scientist or medical reference. The preferred terminology is that of a home gardener rather than a herbalists or botanists since they are the targeted end-user.

The subject of herbs is harder to define. A botanist from the British Royal Horticultural Society would say that a herb is a plant that dies down to the ground in winter (since that is their Dictionary of Gardening definition). But some sources class plants, like Bay (Laurus nobilis) as evergreen making herb references in this selection closer to the explanation given in the Oxford English Dictionary, where the term herb is "applied to plants of which the leaves or stem and leaves are used for medicine, or for their scent or flavor."

Herbs come in all variety of shape, size and perfume. A particular herb like Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is not only a delicious cooking herb, but a valuable companion plant for deterring pests from tomato plants and as a fly repellent when planted in pots around the home as well so cross referencing plants for multiple purposes makes perfect sense within the context of a herb thesaurus.

The subject domain

The thesaurus focus includes:
    - reference to garden landscaping or design
    - plant characteristics, companions and growing conditions
    - the activities involved in herb production, propagation and preserving
    - consumer uses of herbs (for food and non-food purposes)
Its peripheral focus includes:
    - botanical terms and medical herb information
It does not include
    - historical and non-consumer uses of herbs
    - reference to garden landscaping or design
    - marketing or purchasing information
Although the category "Medicinal applications" is included it was to ensure a complete indexing of terms since any herb reference will also mention herbs as medicines. However, using herbal therapies to treat serious illness or disease is almost never a good idea if one is primarily interested in using the treatment with the best supporting evidence for efficacy and safety. The quality of essential oils and the concentrations of drugs in plants can vary radically depending on the part of the plant used (leaf, stem, rhizome, root, flower, bark), the place where the plant was grown, the specific weather during the plants growth season immediately prior to its harvest, the season during which the plant was harvested, the time of day when the plant was harvested, the rainfall during the time the plant was growing, the quality of soil upon which the plant was grown, the subspecies of the plant, the specific variety, and so on. Of course, some of these shortcomings can be rectified by employing purified and standardized extracts, but the home gardener rarely has the sophisticated resources necessary for this process.

Extracting and standardizing herbal drugs do make the drug in question significantly more expensive than pharmaceutical or synthetic alternatives since many such standardized extracts (such as digoxin/digitoxin from foxglove) are unstable and have a very short "shelf lives." Also, many herbs that contain biologically active compounds contain SEVERAL such compounds, some you might want to be giving to your patient, and some you might not. (For instance, cinchona bark, which was the original source for anti-malarial quinine, also contains some 20 other drugs, including the potent cardiac depressant quinidine. Would you really want to be treating a person for malaria by giving them a "herb" that also contains significant amounts of a cardiac depressant?)

So enjoy herbs for their other properties, they are a wonderful and fragrant addition to any garden, kitchen or bath. But judge carefully when medicinal applications are referenced.

Coverage

This mini-thesaurus contains preferred terms selected based on common usage, and the cross-references are made from the non-preferred terms. Scope notes have been added where necessary. In the hierarchical display, facets appear in bold text, in the alphabetical display preferred terms appear in bold text. The following symbols are used:
NT: Narrower Term. It indicates all the terms one level below in the hierarchy, e.g. Culinary application NT: Cooking oils.
BT: Broader Term. Indicates the next term up in the hierarchy, e.g. Cosmetic applications BT: Skin Care.
RT: Related Term. Indicates terms which, while not in the same hierarchy, have some association semantically or conceptually with a given term e.g. Cautions RT: Hazardous attributes.
SN: Scope Note. This notation provides the definition of the term, and further limits the use of a term.
USE: Preferred term. This notation is found with all non-preferred terms. It directs the user to the preferred term to use e.g. Poisonous plants USE: Hazardous attributes.
UF: Use For. Indicates non-preferred terms e.g., Medicinal Herbs UF: Healing Herbs.

References

Brown, Deni (2001). New Encyclopedia of Herbs & Their Uses
Hemphill, Ian (2002). The Spice and Herb Bible: A Cook's Guide
McVicar, Jekka (2002). New Book of Herbs, DK Limited, London
Brill, Steve (1994). Identifying and Harvesting Edible and Medicinal Plants

Websites (2004).
The Plants Database, on the internet at http://plantsdatabase.com
Electronic version of A Modern Herbal c.1995 - 2003 at http://www.botanical.com/

Photos (2004). Burpee Company online catalogue. Downloaded from internet at http://www.burpee.com, May 17, 2004.

Hierarchical Display

Activities

Extracting essential oils
    Distilling
    Expressing
    Macerating
      Creating infusions
      Creating tinctures
Harvesting
    Bulb harvesting
    Flower harvesting
    Leaf harvesting
    Root harvesting
    Seed harvesting
Preserving
    Bottling
    Drying
      Air drying
      Oven drying
    Freezing
Propagating
    Dividing plants
    Planting starts
    Seeding
    Taking cuttings
Base Materials

Filtered water base
Grapeseed oil base
Jojoba oil base
Organic alcohol base
Sweet almond oil base

Companion Planting

Beneficial companions
Hostile companions

Growing Condit ions

Exposure
    Mixed light
    Shade
    Constant light
Soil Types
    Chalk
    Clay
    Loam
    Sand

Herb Characteristics

Growth cycles

    Annual
    Biennial
    Perennial
      Herbaceous perennial
      Evergreen perennial
Hazardous attributes
    Causes chemical burns
    Toxic properties
Plant Structure
    Compact Growth
      Low growth
      Tall growth
    Trailing Growth
      Ground cover
      Climbing growth
Sensory Attributes
    Colors
      Leaf colors
      Flower colors
    Tastes
      Bitter tastes
      Hot tastes
      Mild tastes
      Sweet tastes
    Smells
      Calming smells
      Uplifting smells
Herb Names

Common names
Family names
Genus names

Herb Uses

Cosmetic applications
    Bath additives
    Hair applications
      Shampoos
      Conditioners
    Perfumes
    Skin applications
      Cleansers
      Creams
      Massage oils
      Lotions
      Soaps
Culinary Applications
    Butters
    Cooking oils
    Ethnic dishes
    Garnishes
    Honeys
    Jellies
    Marinades
    Mustards
    Sauces
    Spirits
      Flavored liqueurs
      Vodka infusions
    Teas
    Vinegars
Household Applications
    Diffuser applications
    Dye applications
    Incense
    Insect repellants
    Potpourris
    Sachets
    Scented candles
    Fragrant waters
      Lavender water
      Rose water
Medicinal applications
    Aromatherapy applications
    Compresses
    Female specific applications
    Herbal medicines
      Oral remedies
        Adaptogens
        Analgesics
        Calmatives
        Decongestants
        Digestives
      Topical remedies
        Anti-itch remedies
        Antiseptics
        Burn remedies
        Inflammation remedies
        Insect bite remedies
    Invigorating applications
    Poultices

Alphabetical Display    (A-F)  (G-L)  (M-R)  (S-Z)

Activities
SN: Activities are any effort expended in the production, growth or preservation of herbs. Refer to specific activity for more specific detail
NT: Extracting essential oils
Harvesting
Preserving
Propagating

Adaptogens
SN: Adaptogens are any herbs containing compounds that boost the immune system.
BT: Oral remedies

Air drying
BT: Drying

Analgesics
SN: Analgesics in the context of this index are compounds used orally to ease the pain of muscle or head aches. To ease the pain of skin irritations, see Topical applications.
BT: Oral remedies

Annual
SN: Annual growth cycle describes herbs that grow in one season and then die. The narrower terms used here reference the common names used for herbs with an annual growth cycle.
BT: Growth cycles
NT: Anise
Basil
Borage
Calendula
Cayenne
Chervil
Coriander
Dill
Fennel
Fenugreek
Marjoram
Mustard
Nasturtium
Safflower
Sesame
Vervain
RT: Biennial
Herb names
Perennial

Anti-itch Remedies
BT: Topical remedies

Aromatherapy applications
BT: Medicinal applications
RT: Diffuser applications
Smells

Bases
USE: Base Materials

Base materials
SN: Materials such as oils or other liquids that are used to store or dilute herbal essential oils. These are not the same materials as those used in diffusers for household applications since they smoke when under high heat.
NT: Filtered water base
Grapeseed oil base
Jojoba oil base
Organic alcohol base
Sweet almond oil base
UF: Bases

Bath additives
BT: Cosmetic applications

Beauty
USE: Cosmetic applications

Biennial
SN: Describes herbs that grow for only two years, producing leaves and stems the first and flowers the second. Over-wintering hardiness depends on planting zones. Biennials also known as deciduous perennials. The narrower terms used here reference the common names used for herbs with a biennial growth cycle.
BT: Growth cycles
NT: Caraway
Celery
Evening Primrose
Parsley
RT: Annuals
Herb names
Perennials

Bitter tastes
SN: Herbs that have an astringent, acerbic or tart taste.
BT: Sensory attributes
RT: Culinary applications

Bulb Harvesting
SN: A type of activity surrounding the gathering of herbs where the part of the plant used in primary application is the bulb or rhizome.
RT: Leaf harvesting
Root harvesting
Seed harvesting

Burn Remedies
BT: Topical remedies
UF: Sunburn remedies

Butters
BT: Culinary applications

Calmatives
SN: Any herbal medication aimed at calming the nervous system, reducing hypertension or relieving insomnia
BT: Medicinal applications
RT: Aromatherapy

Calming smells
SN: Herbs whose scents create a soothing, calming or centering response
BT: Sensory attributes
NT: Cardamom
Chamomile
Clary Sage
Geranium
Ginger
Lavender
Majoram
Rosemary
Vetiver
RT: Aromatherapy applications

Causes Chemical Burns
BT: Hazardous attributes
RT: Toxic properties
UF: Poisonous plants

Cautions
USE: Hazardous attributes

Chalk
SN: Ph 8.5 soil. Very alkaline, light weight with lumps of flint or chalk. Does not retain moisture well.
BT: Soil types
RT: Loam

Clay
SN: Ph 6.5 soil with sticky and heavy texture. When dry it sets hard.
BT: Soil types
RT: Compost

Climbing growth
SN: A weak-stemmed plant that climbs, or twines along a support.
BT: Plant structure

Cleansers
BT: Skin applications
RT: Soaps

Colors
BT: Sensory attributes
NT: Leaf colors
Flower colors

Common names
SN: Herb names in common (not botanical) use. Collections of herbs often carry the same root term (i.e., Opal Basil and Sweet Basil are part of a collection of Basils) however they are listed here as singular nouns for reliable reference.
BT: Herb names
NT: Angelica
Anise
Basil
Bee balm
Borage
Burnet
Calendula
Caraway
Cayenne
Celery
Chamomile
Chervil
Chives
Comfrey
Coriander
Dandelion
Dill
Evening primrose
Fennel
Fenugreek
Feverfew
Garlic
Horseradish
Lavender
Lemon balm
Lemon verbena
Lovage
Marjoram
Mint
Mustard
Nasturtium
Oregano
Parsley
Pennyroyal
Red Clover
Rosemary
Rue
Safflower
Saffron
Sage
Santolina
Sassafras
Savory
Sesame
Tansey
Tarragon
Thyme
Valerian
Vervain
Witch hazel
Yarrow
RT: Family names
Genus names
Growth cycle

Compact growth
SN: Herbs that grow tightly structured with dense foliage
BT: Plant structure
NT: Low growth
Tall growth
RT: Trailing growth

Companion planting
SN: Herbs when grown together with flowers or vegetables result in having either a positive or negative effect on one another.
NT: Beneficial companions
Hostile companions

Compresses
SN: A hot compress is made by pouring hot herbal Teas on a towel, a soft pad of gauze or other material and applied with pressure to a part of the body to control hemorrhage or to supply heat, cold, moisture, or medication to alleviate pain or reduce infection.
BT: Medicinal applications
RT: Infusions
Poultices

Conditioners
BT: Hair applications
RT: Shampoos

Constant Light
SN: A plant will receive constant light when it is exposed to direct sun from sunrise to sunset
BT: Growing conditions

Cooking oils
BT: Culinary applications
RT: Base materials

Cosmetics
USE: Cosmetic applications

Cosmetic applications
SN: Involving direct application of the herb or herbal derivative onto skin or hair.
BT: Herb uses
NT: Cleansers
Creams
Lotions
Massage oils
Soaps
UF: Beauty
Cosmetics

Creams
BT: Skin applications
RT: Massage oils
Lotions

Creating Infusions
SN: Infusions are created for easily absorbed herbs and can simply be made by pouring a pint of boiling water on to an ounce of herbs, then straining away the herbs.
BT: Extracting essential oils
RT: Teas

Creating Tinctures
SN: Alcohol and vinegar are better solvents than water or oil for many plants. Tinctures are made by soaking finely ground herbs and the liquid decanted in a muslin cloth after 2 weeks and stored in a dark bottle.
BT: Preparations
RT: Maceration

Culinary applications
BT: Herb uses
NT: Butters
Cooking oils
Ethnic dishes
Garnishes
Honeys
Jellies
Marinades
Mustards
Sauces
Spirits
Teas
Vinegars
UF: Culinary herbs

Culinary herbs
USE: Culinary applications

Decongestants
SN: Herbs used to ease cases of sinus congestion caused by colds, flu or allergies
BT: Oral remedies

Deciduous perennials
USE: Herbaceous perennials

Diffuser applications
SN: Herbal extracts that do not smoke or are not hazardous to breathe when placed in warming tray either over a candle or attached to a light bulb to add fragrance to an environment.
BT: Household applications
RT: Incense
Scented candles

Distilling
SN: The most important production method for extracting Essential oils. The basic principle of distillation is the same but it is carried out in different ways depending on the botanical material and the condition of the material.
BT: Extracting essential oils
RT: Expressing
Macerating

Dividing plants
BT: Propagating
RT: Taking cuttings

Drying
BT: Preserving
NT: Air drying
Oven drying
RT: Freezing

Dye applications
BT: Household applications
RT: Colors

Essentials
USE: Essential oils

Essential oils
SN: The concentrated oils extracted from the plant in their purest form.
BT: Extracting essential oils
RT: Distilling
Expressing
Macerating
UF: Essentials

Ethnic dishes
SN: Certain herbs are associated with different types ethic dishes. For instance, Basil is popular in both Italian and Thai dishes.
BT: Culinary application

Expressing
SN: This method is mainly used to prepare citrus oils or oily herbs. Also known as cold press. The leaves are pressed which removes the oils. It is then washed off with a fine spray of water.
BT: Extracting essential oils
RT: Distilling
Macerating

Evergreen Perennial
SN: A characteristic of herbs that are also known as woody herbs with stems that expand each year as the plant builds up layers of woody growth. Although called "evergreen" the plants may not survive harsh winters and plant over-wintering hardiness depends on planting zone and exposure. The narrower terms used here reference the common names used for herbs with a perennial growth cycle.
BT: Growth cycles
NT: Fennel
Lavender
Lemon verbena
Rosemary
Sassafras
Sage
Thyme
Witc h hazel
RT: Herbaceous perennial
Herb names

Exposure
BT: Growing conditions
NT: Constant light
Mixed light
Shade

Expressing
SN: This method is mainly used to prepare citrus oils or oily herbs. Also known as cold press.
The fruit or leaves are pressed which removes the oils. It is then washed off with a fine spray of water.
BT: Extracting essential oils
RT: Distilling
Macerating

Extracting essential oils
SN: The activity of removing the elemental or "essential" oils from the herbs.
RT: Distilling
Expressing
Macerating

Family names
SN: Botanical identifier of herb g roupings based on shared or similar plant structures.
NT: Alliaceae
Aloeaceae
Apiaceae
Asteraceae
Brassicaceae
Boraginaceae
Cannabaceae
Clusiaceae
Foeniculum
Geraniaceae
Lamiaceae
Lauraceae
Linaceae
Myrtaceae
Onagraceae
Papilionaceae
Poaceae
Polygonaecea
Rosaceae
Rutaceae
Tropaeolaceae
Verbenaceae
Zingiberaceae
RT: Common names
Genus names

Female specific applications
SN: Herbal remedies affecting female issues such as PMS, cramps and bleeding, hot flashes and lactation.
BT: Medicinal applications

Fertile soil
USE: Loam

Filtered water base
BT: Base materials
RT: Preserving

Flavored Liqueurs
SN: Any of various strongly flavored alcoholic beverages created with or flavored by herbs that are typically served in small quantities after dinner.
BT: Culinary applications
RT: Vodka Infusions

Flower colors
BT: Colors
RT: Leaf colors

Flower harvesting
BT: Activities
RT: Flower colors
Leaf colors

Freezing
BT: Preserving
RT: Base materials
Drying

Fragrant waters
BT: Household applications
NT: Lavender water
Rose water
RT: Aromatherapy applications

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Grapeseed oil base
BT: Base materials
RT: Preserving
Cooking oils

Garnishes
BT: Culinary applications

Genus names
SN: Botanical identifier which group species (collections) within the same genus name having similar properties and uses.
NT: Achillea
Agastache
Allium
Aloysia
Anethum
Angelica
Anthriscus
Armoracia
Arnica
Artemisia
Borago
Calendula
Carum
Chamaemelum
Chichorium
Coriandrum
Crithmum
Cymbopogon
Elettria
Foeniculum
Fragaria
Glycyrrhiza
Humulus
Hyssopus
Lavandula
Melissa
Mentha
Monarda
Ocimum
Origanum
Petroselinum
Rosemarinus
Salvia
Satureja
Symphytum
Tanacetum
Thymus
RT: Common names
Family names

Ground cover
SN: For the purposes of this index ground cover is the term applied to plants with horizontal stems that travel along the soil surface and grow no more than 3" off the ground.
BT: Trailing growth
RT: Companion planting

Growing conditions
NT: Exposure
Soil types

Growth cycles
SN: A herbs seasonal growth pattern is often accompanied or augmented and grouped by the specific name of the herb. See also the scope note for Herb names.
NT: Annual
Biannual
Perennial
RT: Herb names

Hair applications
BT: Cosmetic applications
NT: Conditioners
Shampoos
RT: Skin applications

Harvesting
BT: Activities
NT: Bulb harvesting
Flower harvesting
Root harvesting
Seed harvesting

Hazardous attributes
BT: Herb characteristics
NT: Causes chemical burns
Toxic properties
UF: Cautions
Poisonous plants

Herbaceous perennial
SN: A characteristic of herbs that grow for more than two years with stems that die back to the ground in the winter and grow again in the spring from a persistent rootstock.The narrower terms used here reference the common names used for herbs with a perennial growth cycle.
BT: Growth cycle
NT: Angelica
Anise
Bee balm
Bergamot
Burnet
Catmint
Chamomile
Chives
Comfrey
Dandelion
Feverfew
Garlic
Horseradish
Lemon balm
Lovage
Marjoram
Mint
Nettle
Oregano
Pennyroyal
Red Clover
Rue
Saffron
Santolina
Savory
Tansy
Tarragon
Valerian
Yarrow
UF: Deciduous perennials
RT: Annuals
Biennials
Herb names

Herbal medicines
BT: Medicinal applications
NT: Oral medicines
Topical medicines
RT: Compresses
Decoctions
Extracts
Infusions
Poultices
Tinctures

Herb names
SN: Herbs are either identified by a botanical or common name depending on the user. They are also identified by their growth cycle, i.e, Basil is a common name that has an annual growth cycle. Basil is a kind of herb name, it is also a narrower term for a kind of annual. Therefore common names are also indexed by growth cycles.
NT: Common names
Family names
Genus names
RT: Growth cycle

Herb uses
SN: Herbs can be broken down by four primary uses depending on intended application.
NT: Cosmetic applications
Culinary applications
Household applications
Medicinal applications

Hot tastes
SN: Edible herbs that are also called "spicey" or have a peppery taste
BT: Sensory attributes
RT: Culinary applications

Household applications
BT: Herb uses
NT: Dye applications
Diffuser oil applications
Incense
Insect repellants
Potpourris
Sachets
Scented candles
UF: Room applications

Incense
BT: Household applications

Insect bite remedies
BT: Medicinal applications
RT: Anti-itch remedies

Insect repellants
SN: Herbs that naturally repel mosquitoes, fleas or flies.
BT: Household applications

Jellies
BT: Culinary applications

Jojoba oil base
BT: Base materials
RT: Grapeseed oil base

Lavender water
BT: Water applications

Leaf color
BT: Herb characteristics
RT: Leaf harvesting
Hazardous attributes

Loam
SN: Nutrient-rich soil, Ph 5.5-8.5, of medium texture which retains moisture well. It is made up of approximately equal parts of compost, clay and sand. Considered optimum for herb growth.
BT: Soil types
UF: Fertile Soil

Lotions
BT: Skin applications
RT: Massage oils
Creams

Low growth
SN: Plants with tough self-supporting stems that do not grow taller than 7" off the ground but do not trail or vine along the ground.
BT: Compact growth
RT: Ground cover

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Macerating
SN: The end result of macerating (soaking) herbs in a variety of carrier oils is called a herbal infused oil. This procedure is a way to dilute essential oils which could be harmful if used full strength.
BT: Extracting
NT: Creating Infusions
Creating Tinctures
RT: Base materials
Teas

Massage oils
SN: Essential oils when contained in base materials that do not burn or agitate the skin.
BT: Cosmetic applications
RT: Aromatherapy applications
Grapeseed oil base
Invigorating applications

Marinades
BT: Culinary applications

Medicinal herbs
USE: Medicinal applications

Medicinal applications
BT: Herb uses
NT: Aromatherapy Applications
Compresses
Female Specific Applications
Herbal Medicines
Invigorating applications
Poultices
UF: Medicinal herbs

Mild tastes
SN: Herbs that have a buttery or savory taste.
BT: Sensory attributes
RT: Culinary applications

Mixed Light
SN: A plant will receive mixed light when it is exposed to indirect sun for part or all of the day.
BT: Growing conditions

Mustards
BT: Culinary applications

Organic alcohol base
SN: In order to create safe preservatives for some herbs, organic alcohol is used. This is not the same as medicinal alcohol, like rubbing alcohol. It is a pure grain alcohol grown organically.
BT: Base materials
RT: Bottling

Oral remedies
BT: Medicinal applications
NT: Adaptogens
Analgesics
Calmatives
Decongestants
Digestives

Oven drying
BT: Drying
RT: Freezing

Perennials
BT: Growth cycles. Perennial herbs live for more than two years. Some reach their prime within five years. Healthy robust growth then declines unless they are resurrected by thinning or division.
NT: Herbaceous perennials
Evergreen perennials
RT: Annuals
Biennials
Herb names

Plant Structure
BT: Herb characteristics
NT: Compact growth
Trailing growth

Planting starts
BT: Propagating
RT: Seeding

Poisonous Plants
USE: Hazardous attributes

Poultices
SN: A hot poultice is made by mixing the ground herbs, usually heated, spread on cloth, and applied to warm, moisten, or stimulate an aching or inflamed part of the body. Infrequently called a cataplasm.
BT: Medicinal applications
RT: Compresses
Creating Infusions

Preserving
BT: Activities
NT: Bottling
Drying
Freezing
RT: Harvesting
UF: Storing

Propagating
BT: Activities
NT: Dividing plants
Planting starts
Seeding
Taking cuttings
Watering
RT: Sprouting seeds

Room applications
USE: Household applications

Root harvesting
BT: Harvesting
RT: Taking cuttings

Rose water
BT: Household applications
RT: Aromatherapy applications
Lavender water

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Sachets
BT: Household applications

Sand
SN: Ph 4.5-8.5 soil, gritty in texture, free draining and warms quickly.
BT: Soil types

Sauces
BT: Culinary applications
RT: Marinades

Sensory attributes
BT: Herb characteristics
NT: Colors
Tastes
RT: Hazardous attributes

Scented candles
UF: Candles
BT: Room application
RT: Diffuser applications
Incense

Seed Harvesting
BT: Activities
RT: Bulb harvesting
Expressing
Flower harvesting
Seeding

Seeding
BT: Propagating
RT: Seed harvesting

Shade
SN: Plants that receive no direct or indirect sun for all or even part of the day.
BT: Exposure
RT: Constant light
Mixed light

Shampoos
BT: Hair care
RT: Conditioners

Skin applications
BT: Cosmetic applications
NT: Cleansers
Cream
Lotion
Massage oils
Soaps
RT: Hair applications

Smells
BT: Sensory attributes
RT: Aromatherapy applications

Soaps
BT: Skin applications
RT: Cleansers
Household applications

Spirits
BT: Culinary applications
NT: Flavored Liqueurs
Vodka Infusions

Storing
USE: Preserving

Sun burn
USE: Burn remedies

Sweet tastes
SN: Herbs that have a sugary or honey-like taste and are used primarily to flavor desserts.
BT: Sensory attributes
RT: Culinary applications

Sweet Almond oil base
BT: Base materials
RT: Grapeseed oil base
Massage oils

Tall growth
SN: Herbs with tough self-supporting stems that do grow taller than 5" off the ground but do not trail or vine along a support.
BT: Compact growth
RT: Trailing growth

Teas
SN: Refers to herbal teas and not teas made from tea leaves.
BT: Culinary applications
RT: Medicinal applications

Tastes
BT: Sensory attributes
RT: Smells

Taking cuttings
BT: Propagating

Toxic Properties
BT: Hazardous attributes
UF: Poisonous plants

Trailing growth
SN: A weak-stemmed herb that derives its support from climbing by twining, or trails along a surface by creeping over the ground.
BT: Plant structure
NT: Climbing growth
Ground cover
RT: Compact growth

Uplifting smells
SN: Herbs whose scents create an uplifting or refreshing response.
BT: Sensory attributes
NT: Basil
Bergamot
Fennel
Peppermint
Rosemary
Spearmint
Thyme
RT: Aromatherapy applications

Vinegars
BT: Culinary applications

Vodka Infusions
BT: Culinary applications
RT: Base materials

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