Herbs - K

95 days. Solanum xanthocarpum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Kantikari. The plant produces good yields of roots, fruits, and seeds. It is a popular herb variety prized for its respiratory support, as it is said to help with asthma and breathlessness. The whole plant, especially roots, fruits, and seeds, is used medicinally. The root is used to treat cough, sore throat, asthma, toothaches, and chest pain. This herb contains a high concentration of solasodine, which is used to manufacture cortisone and sex hormones. The plant is widespread in India, especially in dry wastelands and on roadsides, and grows as a low, spiny, diffuse shrub with lobed leaves, violet/blue flowers, and small globular berries that turn yellow when ripe. The berries are used in Indian curries. Commonly called yellow-berried nightshade, wild eggplant, or Indian nightshade. Also known as Kantakari. Drought Tolerant. Handle with care when harvesting; use gloves due to sharp spines. Excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from India.

85 days. Agastache rugosa. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Korean Mint. The plant produces good yields of flavorful green mint leaves with beautiful purple flowers. It is a fragrant, herbaceous perennial in the mint family. The leaves smell like licorice. Used in salads, stir fry, and for seasoning meats and other dishes. Also makes a pleasing tea. It is known to help treat fevers and aid in digestion, chest ailments, and many other conditions. Excellent for aromatic cut flowers. Easy to grow. Attracts beneficial insects and butterflies. Also known as Korean Licorice Mint, Huo Xiang, and Giant Hyssop. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from China, Korea, and Japan.