Chinese: 木犀草

English: Reseda (Weld)

Scientific Name:  Reseda odorata

Part: Twig

Category: Plant

 

Reseda odorata, also known as mignonette or sweet reseda, is a species of flowering plant in the Resedaceae family. It is native to North Africa but has been introduced to many other parts of the world, including Europe and North America.

 

Reseda is an annual herb that grows up to 30-60 cm tall. It has clusters of small, fragrant flowers that are usually yellowish-green in color, although they can also be white or pink. The leaves are bright green and have a slightly hairy texture.

 

Reseda is valued for its sweet, spicy fragrance, which is often described as a combination of vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon. The flowers are used in perfumery and aromatherapy, and can also be used to flavor food and drinks.

 

In addition to its aromatic properties, reseda has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes, such as treating skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory ailments. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, among other health benefits.

 

Reseda is also a popular garden plant, prized for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.

 

木犀草屬木犀草科木犀草屬。它原產於北非，但已引入世界許多其他地區，包括歐洲和北美。

 

木犀草是一年生草本植物，可長到 30-60 厘米高。 它有一簇簇小而芬芳的花朵，通常是黃綠色，但也可能呈白色或粉紅色。葉子是鮮綠色，略帶毛狀。

 

木犀草因其甜美、辛辣的香氣而受到重視，通常與香草、肉荳蔻和肉桂的組合使用。 這些花用於香水和芳香療法，也可以用來給食物和飲料調味。

 

除了其芳香特性，木犀草還用於傳統醫學的各種用途，例如治療皮膚病、消化問題和呼吸系統疾病。據信它具有抗炎和抗菌特性，以及其他健康益處。

 

木犀草也是受歡迎的園林植物，葉子可愛，花朵芬芳，因而備受推崇。它需要排水良好的土壤和充足的陽光。