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Je nach Verarbeitung der Früchte des Pfefferstrauches, Piper nigrum, können Pfefferkörner verschiedener Farben gewonnen werden. Der geschmacklich schärfere Schwarze Pfeffer wird aus reifen, getrockneten Früchten gewonnen. Werden die Pfefferkörner noch vor der Reife geerntet und in Salzlake eingelegt, entsteht Grüner Pfeffer. Der weniger scharfe Weiße Pfeffer wird aus reifen, geschälten Früchten hergestellt. Der Rosa Pfeffer hingegen, der in vielen Pfeffermischungen enthalten ist, wird aus den Früchten der Weihnachtsbeere (Schinus Terebinthifolius) gewonnen und ist daher kein "echter Pfeffer". Gewürze. (n.d.). geo.de. Retrieved July 12, 2021, from https://www.geo.de/natur/naturquiz/14231-quiz-wissenstest-gewuerze

Thymian hat eine antiseptische Wirkung, denn Thymol, eines der ätherischen Öle des Thymians, wirkt stark bakteriostatisch. Bereits im alten Ägypten wurde Thymian für die Einbalsamierung von Leichen genutzt, da auch hier die antiseptische Wirkung bereits bekannt war. Früher wurde Thymol aus den Blättern des Thymians gewonnen, heute kann es auch synthetisch erzeugt werden. Gewürze. (n.d.). geo.de. Retrieved July 12, 2021, from https://www.geo.de/natur/naturquiz/14231-quiz-wissenstest-gewuerze

Cinnamon was highly appreciated in ancient Egypt for its preservation characteristics. It was used for various purposes - helped to preserve food, was used in the manufacture of perfumes and even mummification! Cinnamon Facts. (n.d.). SoftSchools. Retrieved December 22, 2020, from https://www.softschools.com/facts/plants/cinnamon_facts/608/

This spice was almost priceless in Ancient Rome - it was estimated 15 times more expensive than silver! In addition, in Ancient Greece there were legends that the phoenix built a nest from the same spice.

Cloves have a calming aroma and relaxing features both for mind and body. It contains Eugenol, which is known as a muscle relaxant. Health benefits of Cloves. (n.d.). Health Benefits. Retrieved December 24, 2020, from https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/cloves/

Traditional Chinese and Indian medicine has been used clove oil to treat tooth pain for centuries. Its anti-inflammatory and antifungal characteristics allow to deal with several oral bacterias. (However, do not take it as a substitute for routine oral hygiene and visits to the dentist). Narwani, K. (2020, March 3). How to Make Clove Oil for Toothache. Organic Facts. https://www.organicfacts.net/recipe/clove-oil

In Middle ages people hang this plant to save their homes on Midsummer's Eve. Also fennel seeds were highly valued in the ancient Egypt and China, where people used it to heal snake bites. The Health Benefits of Cloves. (n.d.). Verywell Health. Retrieved December 24, 2020, from https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-health-benefits-of-cloves-89050

This plant is completely edible - you can consume its seeds, leaves, flowers, pollen, stalk and bulb. Such a nice plant also attracts butterflies and you can create a create butterfly garden with swallowtail butterfly. The Health Benefits of Cloves. (n.d.). Verywell Health. Retrieved December 24, 2020, from https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-health-benefits-of-cloves-89050

In Ayurveda there is a belief that cardamom helps to cope with depression as this plant helps to clean the body and rejuvenate the cells. Ayurvedic practitioners consume beverages with this spice to reduce feel of sadness and lack of motivation. Top 15 compelling reasons to use cardamom often and generously. (n.d.). NaturalNews. Retrieved December 24, 2020, from https://www.naturalnews.com/041889_cardamom_spices_herbal_medicine.html