Myrtle

Myrtle in Ancient Egypt


 * Egyptian Name:**

//Ht-ds// or //Khet-des//

The Common Myrtle was used as a scent, and woven into wreaths and garlands. Pliny praises the "marvelously fragrant myrtle" of Egypt. It was also used for fumigation and taken internally to treat coughs.

The Flowers of Ancient Egypt