Tarragon
Tarragon
Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus), pronounced as /tærəɡɒn/, is a perennial herb in the family Asteraceae related to wormwood. The etymology of the word "tarragon" is believed to have come from the Latin word dracunculus, meaning "little dragon", possibly due to the shape of its roots.
Description
Tarragon is a small, shrubby herb, native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It grows to a height of 120–150 cm, and has slender, branched stems. The leaves are lanceolate, glossy, and bright green, with an aromatic property.
Culinary Uses
Tarragon is one of the four fines herbes of French cuisine, and is particularly suitable for chicken, fish, and egg dishes. Tarragon is the main flavoring component of Béarnaise sauce. Fresh, lightly bruised sprigs of tarragon are steeped in vinegar to produce tarragon vinegar.
Medicinal Uses
Traditionally, tarragon has been used as a remedy for various ailments such as toothaches and as a digestive aid. It is also known to have mild sedative properties and can help with insomnia.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tarragon
- Wikipedia's article - Tarragon
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