{"product_id":"zuta-levana-micromeria-fruticosa-syn-clinopodium-serpyllifolium-subsp-fruticosum","title":"Zuta Levana (Micromeria fruticosa, syn. Clinopodium serpyllifolium subsp. fruticosum)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eZuta Levana, or White-leaved Savory, is a small, aromatic evergreen herb growing in rocky areas along the Mediterranean coasts of Israel, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey, the Balkans, Italy, and Spain. It is a member of the Mint family (Lamiaceae) and has been used for millennia in its native areas to make delicious herbal teas, flavorings for meat, and for its medicinal properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eZuta Levana grows to 24' high with pale green oval leaves covered in a silvery fuzz and small white flowers that bloom in the spring. Its aromatic leaves have a menthol fragrance and a sweet minty flavor. The fresh leaves can be added to salads and salad dressings and are an excellent flavoring for lamb.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDried leaves are widely available for sale, but tea made from fresh leaves is superior and makes a refreshing, minty drink that is said to lower blood pressure and is a treatment for stomach ailments, diarrhea, colds, eye infections, and heart disorders. Gargling with an infusion of the leaves treats gum disease and bad breath, and a poultice made from boiled leaves is a balm for skin infections and burns. Zuta Levana's foliage contains pulegone, a naturally occurring essential oil found in members of the mint family that should not be taken by women who are pregnant or while trying to conceive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis small plant grows in full sun to partial shade in average, moist, well-draining soil. It is an excellent addition to a rock garden, border, or container and is hardy in USDA zones 9+\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Sow Exotic","offers":[{"title":"Medium Coconut Coir Pot","offer_id":48700441067763,"sku":"UT-M","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/8094\/7593\/files\/sow-exotic-herb-medium-coconut-coir-pot-zuta-levana-micromeria-fruticosa-syn-clinopodium-serpyllifolium-subsp-fruticosum-37951583912179.webp?v=1776022705","url":"https:\/\/practicalmagicstore.com\/products\/zuta-levana-micromeria-fruticosa-syn-clinopodium-serpyllifolium-subsp-fruticosum","provider":"Practical Magic Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}