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Hyssopus

Hyssopus

9.9
A small plant from Europe and Asia with strongly scented leaves used in cooking and medicine
  • noun
  • /ˈhɪsəpəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : hisopo
  • The garden showcased several herbs, including Hyssopus growing near the lavender and sage.

Examples

  • Hyssopus species are widely cultivated for their aromatic leaves and traditional medicinal uses.

  • Researchers are studying the essential oils extracted from Hyssopus for potential health benefits.

  • The Hyssopus plant is known for its medicinal properties.

  • Many gardeners grow Hyssopus in their herb gardens.

  • Hyssopus species are commonly used in herbal medicine for their therapeutic properties.

  • Gardeners often cultivate Hyssopus for its fragrant leaves and culinary uses.

  • The herbalist recommended Hyssopus as a remedy for respiratory issues.

Synonyms

genus Hyssopus
vsHyssopus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small plants that live many years from Eurasia with scented leaves and small colorful flowers

is the taxonomic name for the same Eurasian perennial group in the mint family

Compounds

genus Hyssopus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small plants that live many years from Eurasia with scented leaves and small colorful flowers

Hyssopus officinalis
  • Specialized
9.6

A small European shrub with strong, fragrant leaves people use for cooking, perfume, and traditional remedies

Surface Forms

Hyssopus singular
Hyssopi plural

Etymology

Hyssopus comes from the old Greek word hyssōpos, and probably from the Hebrew ezov, both names for the fragrant herb 'hyssop'. So the scientific name simply points to the same aromatic plant in the mint family that we call 'hyssop' today.