Juliana Savory

$12.50

Also known as ‘Polikombo’ in Greek. A well known medicnal mountain tea which grows along the mountainsides in Greece. It is a small hardy shrub which grows beautiful pink flowers in summer. Cultivated for its medicinal properties. Grows well in a sunny position with free draining soil. 

Also known as ‘Polikombo’ in Greek. A well known medicnal mountain tea which grows along the mountainsides in Greece. It is a small hardy shrub which grows beautiful pink flowers in summer. Cultivated for its medicinal properties. Grows well in a sunny position with free draining soil. 

 

Health Benefits

  • Polikombo has long been used in traditional Greek medicine as a natural diuretic. It helps support kidney function and bladder health by gently encouraging fluid elimination and detoxification.

  • This herb’s spear-like pink blooms are packed with antioxidants that help protect the body from oxidative stress. These compounds support cellular health and may reduce inflammation in the body over time.

  • Whether brewed as tea or added to food, Juliana Savory aids digestion with its oregano-like flavour and carminative properties. It helps ease bloating, cramping, and post-meal discomfort naturally.

  • Bursting with essential oils, this mountain tea has antimicrobial and antibacterial effects that may support immune function. It’s a gentle herbal choice for those looking to stay well throughout the seasons.

 

Additional Information

Micromeria juliana

  • A very special mountain tea from Greece which is locally known as ‘Polikombo’ in Greek.

  • This beautiful herb grows wild on the mountainsides across Greece, very popular in Crete and is often found growing with wild oregano. 

  • Cultivated for herbal tea with its many medicinal properties. It has a delicate oregano/thyme flavour and can also make a great addition to cooking.

  • it is a Perennial herb that thrives in full sun and in a spot with free draining, rocky and alkaline soil. Once established is very drought tolerant.

  • It grows pink, spear-like blooms which are bursting with antioxidants and antibacterial properties. Polikombo is also a well known diuretic and is known to assist with bladder and kidney health.

  • Is a very ornamental herb and looks fantastic in pots and will make a great addition to rock and dry garden landscapes. Plant anytime from late winter to early summer. 

  • Harvest blooms when they are in full flower and dry in a shaded position to retain the essential oils.

  • Grows up to 35cm tall and 35cm wide.