Rosemary officinalis is an evergreen shrub with narrow, resembling leaves, up to 2 meters in height. Rosemary has a strong aroma like the freshness of the sea. In warm places it is often used as a hedge. Rosemary blooms in February and March. Flowers are small and blue.
Rosemary officinalis is very spread in Greece, Rome, Egypt, back in ancient times, this plant is considered sacred. Many legends have been made based on it; Rosemary was used in religious ceremonies, to drive away evil spirits. For a long time, the rosemary plant is considered a symbol of abundance, prosperity and eternity. In ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, than in Europe rosemary symbolized a death. In ancient Greece, a wreath of rosemary flowers was put on the grave, and rosemary branches were given to the relatives. The Egyptians put in the hand of the deceased branch of rosemary; it was believed that it would be pleasant in the trip to another world. The image of rosemary branch is often used on gravestones.
Rosemary is a good stimulator of immunity, has anti-inflammatory, tonic, wound anti-depressive, anti-oxidant properties. It is used for general exhaustion, low blood pressure, impotence and others. Rosemary is widely used in cosmetics as a potent tool against cellulite and obesity, a positive effect on the skin, it smoothes the relief, stimulates circulation.
Rosemary oil is very much appreciated; it has antiseptic properties. Also, rosemary oil tightens the skin of the body. When mixed with other spices, Rosemary is used in cooking as a seasoning for fish and meat dishes, canned food, salads, sauces, add it to tea and others.
Thus, as we can see, the plant rosemary officinalis may be used in wide number of spheres and is useful, without any doubts.
Works Cited
Gladstar, Rosemary. Medical Herbs: A Beginner’s Guide; 33 Healing Herbs to Know, Grow, and Use. Bosoton: Allyn, 2012. Print
Worwood, Valerie Ann. The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy: Over 66 Natural, Non- Toxic and Fragrant Recipes to Create health – Beauty – a Safe Home Environment. New York, 1991. Print
