Herbs are plants that can be used for a variety of functions, including in the kitchen, as medicine, or to impart a particular aroma. They are referred to by a variety of names, some of which vary according to the region or language. For instance, the scientific name for the plant that most people refer to as "basil" is "Ocimum basilicum," yet most people just call it "basil." In the same vein, "Mint" is more commonly referred to as "Mentha" in the...