Myrtle:
Myrtus is a genus of three species in the family Myrtaceae – Myrtus Communis, Myrtus Nivellei and Myrtus phillyreifolia
These shrubs or small trees produce small, aromatic, glossy leaves and beautiful white flowers on short flower stalks in spring and summer.
The flowers are usually small and contain five sepals and five petals.
Myrtle grows up to 6 metres (20 ft) in height.
Myrtle likes moist and well drained soil. The ideal pH value is between 6.0 and 8.0
Myrtle has been used medicinally for thousands of years for treating bacterial infections, acne, wounds, gum infections and hemorrhoids, urinary infections and digestive problems.
It has also been used to relieving cough and respiratory illnesses.
Myrtle is a useful culinary ingredient because its leaves and fruit contain a unique combination of organic compounds and nutrients.
