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Galangal is a common herb which is similar to ginger; in fact the word galangal in Chinese means ginger. It is a common herb which is utilised for treating infections as well as soothing the process of digestion.

Fumitory is one of the short shrubs which are known with grey coloured leaves. Known by the other common names such as ‘Earth smoke’ as well as wax dolls this herb is known to grow up to a height of 30 inches.

French sorrel has been a popular culinary herb since 14th century. This herb which is known by the scientific name of rumex scutatus is a shrub which grows up to a height of 5 feet.

Flaxseeds also called as the linseed is the oldest herb cultivated by mankind. Known by the scientific name of ‘Linum Usitatissimum’ this annual herb is known to be sharply erect in appearance.

Lemon Myrtle is a common herb which is known to be found in some major parts of Southeast Asia as well as in the raingforests of America.

Lemon Bergamot or lemon mint as people normally call it is a member of mint family and is known to possess the smell resembling to that of lemon.