Corresponding to its species name, a common term for the plant is "dragon herb."
It is native to a wide area of the Northern Hemisphere from easternmost Europe
across central and eastern Asia to India, western North America, and south to
northern Mexico.
Origin
France.
Flavor/Aroma
Tarragon has an aromatic property reminiscent of anise.
Use
Called the "king of herbs" by French cooks, tarragon is the main flavoring in many
of the sauces that are basic to that country's classic cuisine. In ancient times, the
Greeks used tarragon as a remedy for toothaches.
