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Herbs provide many health and body benefits due to their medicinal, culinary, and relaxation properties. However, they are not always available in their raw state throughout the year. For this purpose, why not grow some of them in our kitchen? This way, you not only keep them handy, but it will provide a pleasant flavor in your kitchen. Keep reading because you will learn in this article the technique of growing medicinal herbs in water.

This method of growing medicinal herbs in water does not include regular watering, soil, or changing seasons. All you have to do is place a certain herb in water and let it grow. Don’t worry, these herbs are just as tasty as those that grow in the garden.

However, it is necessary to sow, for example, the seeds of dill, mustard and coriander in a soil, and then transfer them to water. You cannot transfer an herb from the ground to the water because the roots of the soil are different from the roots of the water.

How to grow medicinal herbs in water?

Water

You can put some herb cuts in glass bottles filled with plain water to keep them handy. Avoid chlorinated water, because the chlorine chemical can damage plant tissues. Instead, leave some tap water to aerate overnight or store some rainwater. The best solution is spring water due to the amount of minerals it contains.

Containers

As a container you can choose some glass bottles or jars type mason jars, or even plastic bottles. The roots do not like to be exposed to light so use some colored bottles, especially amber ones (or you can wrap a piece of paper around the bottle in order to create a dark space). The dark zone will prevent algae growth in the bottle and at the root. This won’t affect the growth of the plant, but it will make the bottles look messy.

Narrow-mouthed containers can support cuttings and keep them upright, but they should not be narrow or tight because the mouth of the container must allow free passage of air for roots to breathe.

Plant cuttings

Soft cuts root quickly in water without using rooting hormones. So, cut a few 6-inch (15-centimeter) sections from the growing grasses and place them in the water containers. Remove the bottom leaves from the debris because there should be no leaves in the water. They can rot very easily thus damaging the water as in the vases.

Some medicinal herbs like rosemary cuttings can take longer to take root. In that case, change the water once a week, but be careful not to disturb the clippings. When the roots begin to grow, often within 2-6 weeks, water changes may not be necessary.

If you want to encourage rooting, take some willow branches and place them in warm water overnight. They will provide a rooting hormone blend. In addition, you can use a little rooting hormone powder, cinnamon is a natural way to achieve this, to avoid chemicals.

10 medicinal herbs that can grow in water

Mint

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Herb carminative, anti-spasmodic, aromatic, diaphoretic, analgesic, anti-catarrhal, antimicrobial, emmenagogue, rubefacient, stimulant. This popular peppermint is well known for its medicinal properties, as well as the high amount of the volatile substance menthol. Menthol gives a cooling sensation on the skin or tongue without causing any variation in temperature. This is one of the easiest herbs to grow in water, you just have to place a few slices of mint in water.

Peppermint

Another type of mint. In fact, peppermint is a natural hybrid of peppermint.

Oregano

Antibacterial, anticancer, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antiviral, aromatic, carminative, stimulant herb. The leaves of these medicinal herbs are used with almost any vegetable. Therefore, take fresh pieces of oregano and place them in water. Take out the growing tips as the plant grows well.

Stevia

It can be used in place of sugar. It does not alter blood sugar levels and does not cause changes in cells. Suggested for weight loss diets, diabetes, hypoglycemia, hypertension, infections, and pancreas support. It is good to have this type of herb at home in order to add to some drinks and teas. Take some actively growing stevia branches and put them in water. Place the container in a warm place with as much light as possible.

Sage

Herb used in aromatherapy, for cellulite, colds, dental / oral care, deodorant, digestion, facial care, insect repellent, and more. Take some cuts of this herb in the spring and put them in water. You don’t need more than 2 plants because very small amounts are needed for flavor. Grass needs bright light and a well-ventilated area because it is prone to mold.

Basil

Herb antispasmodic, galactogogue, carminative, expectorant, mild sedative. It is the ideal herb that would grow in a container full of water and in a warm, closed place. You just have to give the basil a good light. Place the basil cuts in water before they start to bloom. This water growing method is perfect if you want to keep some varieties of basil for the winter.

Tarragon

Take a few cuttings in the spring after new growth appears. Fall ones are good too, but it will take time for roots to grow. It also needs warm place and bright light. There are certain varieties of tarragon, French is best for culinary purposes, while Russian is mild, making it more appropriate for salads.

Lemon balm

The lemon flavor is a pleasant perfume in every home, especially during winter. Take a few cuts in the spring or fall. It is necessary to provide a warm place with bright, but indirect light for the lemon balm. It may take 3-4 weeks for the cuttings to develop roots. Change the water regularly if the plant is indoors or you can keep it outside while the weather is still warm. Outside you can avoid the mold that lemon balm experiences. Take the cuts outdoors when they are well established. You can use the leaves to make tea.

Rosemary

Herb that serves as an analgesic, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aromatic, astringent, healing, serves for circulation, is a diuretic, as a muscle relaxant, as a skin tonic, stimulant, stomach. Rosemary seeds take longer to root, but if you take a few new shoots in the spring, they can grow faster. This is an excellent houseplant to keep in a sunny location.

Thyme

Analgesic, antibacterial, anticancer, antifungal, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antitussive, antiviral, aromatic, cleansing, expectorant and more. You need new grown cuttings that are green in color. The old one is brown and stiff so that it may take a while longer to root. So pick a few in the middle of spring or early summer before they start to bloom. Put the cuts in water immediately because they can dry very quickly. She even sprinkles the top part with water. When it grows, cut the stems to improve branching.

 

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