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Kokum is a common fruit bearing herb which is known by the scientific name of ‘Garcinia Indica’. This herb belonging to the mangosteen family has been used actively for numerous industrial as well as culinary uses.

Listening to the word ‘kava’ you would imagine of a beverage however kava is also a common herb which is found in certain parts of South America.

Kaffir lime is a common herb which is known to belong to certain parts of Asia. This herb which is also known by the scientific name of ‘cytrus histrix’ is found in countries such as India, Bangladesh etc.

Juniper is a common evergreen plant which can be easily found in most parts of Northern India. This herb which is known by the scientific name of ‘juniperus communis’ is a dense plant and forms an excellent undercover.

Hearing of the word jasmine you might be thinking of the white pleasant smelling flower. Well, your imagination is correct; we are talking about the same jasmine plant.

Indonesian bay leaves are a common herb which are also found in many parts of India. This is an edible plant which can grow up to a height of 30 metres.