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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 32% | 4 | Minty Mexican plant | |
3 | 32% | 8 | Plant known as “medieval aspirin” or “bachelor’s-buttons” with flowers used for potpourri and leaves used as a folk remedy for headaches | |
Plant With Minty Leaves Used In Cooking Or As Medicine Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "HYSSOP" which means:
- noun
- • A european mint with aromatic and pungent leaves used in perfumery and as a seasoning in cookery; often cultivated as a remedy for bruises; yields hyssop oil
- • Bitter leaves used sparingly in salads; dried flowers used in soups and tisanes
An example sentence would be:
- • "The aromatic fragrance of hyssop fills the air."
- • "In ancient times, hyssop was used for religious rituals and purification."
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7 | The leaves of this plant have a minty taste and fragrance. |