| Scientific name | Galium odoratum |
| Appearance | Perennial herbaceous plant with thin, square stems, leaves whorled in groups of 6 to 8, narrow and pointed, small white star-shaped flowers clustered at the ends of the stems |
| Smell | Sweet, reminiscent of vanilla and freshly cut hay, especially after drying |
| Color | Light green (foliage), pure white (flowers) |
| Used parts | Leaves and flowers, mostly dried |
| Origins | Central and Western Europe, temperate Asia |
| Toxicity level | Moderate (presence of coumarin; to be avoided in high doses or prolonged use) |






















































































































































































































