Monk’s Pepper

Monks pepper

Vitex agnus-castus

Monk’s pepper (Vitex agnus-castus) is not related to the spice pepper but to sage and mint.

Other name(s): Chaste Tree, Chasteberry, Abraham’s Balm
Family: Lamiaceae
Edible: Monk’s Pepper is used as a medicinal herb

Monks pepper seeds

Categories: Nuts & Seeds |

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