Myrtus communis
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Myrtus communis, the common myrtle or true myrtle, is an Old World species of flowering plant in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. It forms an evergreen shrub.
Myrtle plant
Foliage
Inflorescence
Myrtle pot
Mirto (liqueur)
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Mirto is a popular liqueur in the Mediterranean islands of Sardinia, Corsica and Capraia.
Myrtus communis
…this plant have anti-proliferative and anti-quorum sensing properties, helping against food spoilage. The berries are also macerated in alcohol to make Mirto liqueur…
Homemade Sardinian mirto
Bottled Sardinian mirto