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Myrtle Myrtus communis (Myrtaceeae)
The myrtle is common in Galilee and Samaria. It was esteemed by the Jews for its beautiful snow-white flowers, dark green foliage and pleasant scent. Its buds and berries were used as spices and distilled water was prepared from its flowers.
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Zechariah
in his vision speaks of "the angel of the LORD that stood among the myrtle
trees." (Zechariah 1.11)