History of Tarragon
(Artemisia Dracunculus, Linn.)
The Greek goddess Artemis, the Romans called her Diana, was said to have given tarragon and other artemisias to Chiron, the centaur.
The word tarragon is further derived from the Latin dracunculus, 'a little dragon' and the Arabic tarkhun also meaning 'a little dragon'.
The word tarragon additionally has ties to the French, Herbe au Dragon and references to "a little dragon". As with the other Dragon herbs, tarragon is believed to cure the bites and stings of venomous beasts and mad dogs.
Artemisia Dracunculus is often referred to as French tarragon.
The volatile essential oil of Tarragon is chemically identical with Anise.
John Evelyn said of tarragon "'Tis highly cordial and friendly to the head, heart, and liver."
Throughout the centuries, tarragon has been used in the treatment of poor digestion, intestinal problems, nausea, flatulence, hiccups, rheumatism, gout, arthritis, and to soothe the pain of toothaches.
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The word tarragon is further derived from the Latin dracunculus, 'a little dragon' and the Arabic tarkhun also meaning 'a little dragon'.
The word tarragon additionally has ties to the French, Herbe au Dragon and references to "a little dragon". As with the other Dragon herbs, tarragon is believed to cure the bites and stings of venomous beasts and mad dogs.
Artemisia Dracunculus is often referred to as French tarragon.The volatile essential oil of Tarragon is chemically identical with Anise.
John Evelyn said of tarragon "'Tis highly cordial and friendly to the head, heart, and liver."
Throughout the centuries, tarragon has been used in the treatment of poor digestion, intestinal problems, nausea, flatulence, hiccups, rheumatism, gout, arthritis, and to soothe the pain of toothaches.
A list of the reference materials and resources we have used for all of our pages can be found on our About Us page.