Myrtus comm. 'Tarentina'

Myrtus communis ssp tarentina is a small-leaved myrtle with glossy elongated leaves. The bush remains more compact and rounder than the species.

Blooms with large pink-white flowers.

These aromatic leaves are dried to use in the kitchen, the twigs can also cook for the last 10 minutes. The ripe blue-black fruits can be used in fruit salads and sauces.

Two twigs in the preparation of pork or as a substitute for laurel, myrtle is also recommended. Used like thyme or rosemary.

The taste is lemony and 'hot'.