Rosemary

It is a symbol of remembrance and friendship, often carried by wedding couples as a sign of love and fidelity. The name rosemary is a derivative of the Larin ros (dew) and marinus (of the sea) sometimes called Sea Dew. The plant’s native habitat was among the misty hills of the Mediterranean seasides.

Fresh and dried leaves are used in cooking and medicinally. Used in potpourris to freshen the air, and in cosmetics, disinfectants and shampoos. Has a very old reputation for improving memory, and to treat gout.