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The Aromatic Plants
The island of Sant'Erasmo is also known as 'the garden of the Venetians' thanks to the fertile nature of its clayey, well-drained soils and their very high salinity, which have always facilitated the abundant cultivation of fruit, vegetables and aromatic plants.
Gin dei Sospiri - Aromatic Plants
Castraura (Violet Artichoke)
Lemon Thyme
Juniper
Basil
Milk Thistle
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Glasswort
The Star Ingredient
The glasswort, or sea asparagus, is a protected species of wild plant typical of the lagoon, the harvesting of which is regulated. This plant grows by dipping its roots into the lagoon water thus absorbing its salinity. It is then harvested by hand in order to keep its marine fragrances intact.
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