Rosmarinus

Design: Klara Mikulić | Uploaded by SakaSerbia member of Serbian Maximaphile Society

Publisher ID:

1039

Our code:

MC-HR-POC-2016-03-21-3/1

Country:

Croatia

Publisher:

Croatian Post

Design:

Klara Mikulić

Printing:

Zrinski d.d.

Stamp value:

2,80 HRK

Date of stamp issue:

Cancelled:

Theme:

Flora of Croatia

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Rosmarinus officinalis L. is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is commonly known as rosemary and is native to the Mediterranean region. The plant is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall and has needle-like leaves that are dark green on top and white underneath. The flowers are small and pale blue or white in color and bloom in late winter or early spring. The plant is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soil.

Rosemary is a popular culinary herb that is used to flavor a variety of dishes, including meats, vegetables, and soups. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as indigestion, headaches, and arthritis. Rosemary oil is used in aromatherapy and is believed to have a calming effect on the body and mind.