People perceive the odor of hyssop differently. It has been described variously as sweet, not sweet, skunky but not unpleasant, clean and aromatic with a hint of turpentine, medicinal, and minty/camphorous. (The hyssop referred to in the Bible, however, was most likely some other plant.)Click to see full answer. Likewise, people ask, what does hyssop taste like?Anise hyssop leaves have a strong aroma, a combination of licorice and mint, a smell much like crushed fennel seeds. The taste is unlike most herbs, which tend to smell sweet but taste bitter on their own.Subsequently, question is, is hyssop the same as lavender? The term hyssop may refer to either of two forms of hyssop, the most common of which is called true hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis). Lavender provides a strong, distinctive floral flavor that has broader applications than those of hyssop. In this way, what is hyssop in the Bible? Unlike most herbs, hyssop has attractive flowers. In the Old Testament hyssop was used to sprinkle blood as part of the Jewish Passover. Hyssop was mentioned in the Bible for its cleansing effect in connection with plague, leprosy and chest ailments and symbolically in cleansing the soul.Does hyssop smell like licorice?Hyssop, or anise hyssop, belongs to the genus Agastache, which includes 20 or more species of varying appearance and cold hardiness. Many are native to the American Southwest and Mexico. Most are fragrant and smell like licorice. All are excellent nectar sources for butterflies and hummingbirds.
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