Tag: Herbs that start with T
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Common Name: Tejpat The name comes from tej, meaning “fiery,” and patra, meaning “leaf”. Scientific Name: Cinnamomum tamala The species name “tamala” is derived from its Sanskrit name “Tamālapattram”, literally “the dark leaf” Editorial Note: This entry is part of The Culinary Compendium’s ongoing ingredient archive and will be expanded as new sources are examined.…
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Common Name: Thyme The name “thyme” likely comes from the Greek “thumos”, meaning “spirit” or “courage,” but some also trace it to “thymon”, meaning “to fumigate,” a nod to its use as incense. Scientific Name: Thymus vulgaris Editorial Note: This entry is part of The Culinary Compendium’s ongoing ingredient archive and will be expanded as…