Hyssop is a drought-resistant, evergreen, flowering plant that is native
to southern Europe and the Middle East, where it has long been a symbol
of purity and protection. In ancient Egypt, priests consumed the herb to
purify their diet and used it to cleanse the people of leprosy.
As a member of the mint family, hyssop is highly aromatic and yields
a pleasant, minty flavor to teas. The herb is also used to produce
rinses for skin and hair, as well as mouth wash and eye drops.
