Herbs and Their Uses

• Question 1 out of 10

  Often brewed into tea to lull you to sleep, this herb also shares its name with a fantasy-infused TV series and a metal band.

  Chamomile

  Lavender

  Valerian

  Nightshade

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• Question 2 out of 10

  With a scent as fresh as winter air, this herb is beloved in teas and candies and could double as Santa’s favorite leaf.

  Peppermint

  Fennel

  Thyme

  Parsley

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• Question 3 out of 10

  Ancient, aromatic, and wise beyond its leaves, this herb has long been a favorite for roasts and metaphors about good advice.

  Rosemary

  Thyme

  Sage

  Tarragon

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• Question 4 out of 10

  A star of Italian cuisine and pesto royalty, this herb’s name could easily belong to a Renaissance painter.

  Dill

  Oregano

  Basil

  Raphael

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• Question 5 out of 10

  Beloved in pickle jars and baby colic remedies alike, this herb has a frilly appearance and a funny name that could also describe a quirky person.

  Tarragon

  Dill

  Parsley

  Anise

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• Question 6 out of 10

  Gentle, floral, and frequently found in bedtime teas and calming spa blends, this herb is practically synonymous with sleep and relaxation.

  Peppermint

  Lemon balm

  Chamomile

  Thyme

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• Question 7 out of 10

  Though technically not an herb, this savory fruit is often confused for one—and it shares its name with Popeye’s love interest.

  Spinach

  Basil

  Parsley

  Olive

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• Question 8 out of 10

  This herb, purple in bloom and lovely in scent, is a staple of herbes de Provence—and a favorite in sachets and sleep pillows.

  Lavender

  Rosemary

  Thyme

  Anise

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• Question 9 out of 10

  With its sweet, licorice-like notes, this herb helps with digestion—and sounds just fancy enough to be a French cologne.

  Tarragon

  Fennel

  Dill

  Anise

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• Question 10 out of 10

  Zesty, antimicrobial, and practically synonymous with pizza—this herb might just be Italy’s most beloved export.

  Basil

  Thyme

  Oregano

  Rosemary

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