Sage is a semi-shrub that grows to a height of 50-70 cm. Its white woolly stems bear elongated and slightly pointed, fleshy leaves 3-8 cm long and 1-4 cm wide. This popular spice and highly potent
medicinal plant has a strong, spicy, bitter and camphoraceous scent and taste.
Fresh sage is a valued flavor enhancer for meat, especially mutton, game, roast duck and goose, for fish dishes, pasta (especially pasta), sauces and soups. Sage is also popular for ham, sausages and meat fillings. It develops its full aroma during cooking. And as a tea, it is a tried and tested household remedy for colds and respiratory problems.