About HerbDB

Comprehensive herb and spice database with 106 curated species. Data covers plant family, growing zones, culinary and medicinal uses, and natural history.

It includes kitchen staples such as basil, thyme, and mint, spices such as saffron, cinnamon, and black pepper, and traditional medicinal plants. Each herb page lists the plant family, whether it is annual, biennial, or perennial, its main uses (culinary, medicinal, aromatic, tea, and so on), the USDA hardiness zones where it can be grown outdoors, and a short history.

Search by herb name, family, or use, or browse from the home page. Medicinal notes describe traditional and studied uses and are not medical advice.