Satureja

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Satureja

Satureja (pronunciation: sah-tuh-REY-juh) is a genus of aromatic plants from the family Lamiaceae, commonly known as savory. The genus includes both annual and perennial herbs and subshrubs, and is native to warm temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Etymology

The name Satureja is derived from the Latin satura, meaning "full" or "saturated", and herba, meaning "herb". This is likely in reference to the rich, full flavor and aroma of the plants in this genus.

Species

There are about 30 species in the genus Satureja, including:

Usage

Satureja species are used as culinary herbs and also have a reputation in traditional medicine as antiseptics, carminatives, and expectorants. They are also used in the preparation of certain types of liqueurs.

Related Terms

  • Lamiaceae: The family to which Satureja belongs.
  • Herb: A plant used for its culinary, medicinal, or fragrant properties.
  • Antiseptic: A substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of disease-causing microorganisms.
  • Carminative: A substance that promotes the expulsion of gas from the stomach or intestines.
  • Expectorant: A substance that promotes the secretion of sputum by the air passages, used to treat coughs.

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