A perennial herbaceous plant, reaching a height of 1.5 m. Its rather narrow leaves are dark green in color and have a strong but pleasant aroma. The stems have a yellowish-brown color, many branches depart from them. Top Quality Guaranteed Dried thin tarragon leaves. Historical facts The Latin name for tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) comes from the name of the Greek goddess Artemis, who was considered the patroness of flora and fauna, helper and protector of virgins and women. Unusual Properties Household use: Tarragon is a good preservative, so it is indispensable in homemade preparations. Substances contained in its leaves inhibit the growth of lactic acid bacteria. The spice contributes to the preservation of the color of the product, increases the strength, improves the taste and smell of vegetables. It is used for pickling and pickling cucumbers, tomatoes, mushrooms, for sauerkraut. Application in cooking Tarragon, both fresh and dried, is seasoned with a wide variety of dishes: it complements omelettes well, many types of sauces. Tarragon is also added to vegetable salads, ham with apples, scrambled eggs with tomatoes, tartar steaks, beef chops with tomatoes, cauliflower with gherkins, boiled zucchini. In world culinary: This condiment is very popular among Spanish, Italian, and even Greek cooks. Tarragon, both fresh and dried, is also used in Hungarian cooking. Lovers of this spice season it with soups, fish dishes, game, lamb, peas, potatoes, green beans.