Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) is a woody, perennial herb with fragrant evergreen needles that are used in cooking. Forms range from upright to trailing. Flowers are usually pink, purple, or blue. The name rosemary has nothing to do with the rose or Mary, but derives from the latin name rosmarinus, which is presumed to mean "dew of the sea", though some think it too may be derived from an earlier name.

Since it is attractive and tolerates some degree of drought, it is also used in landscaping, especially in areas having a mediterranean-type of climate.

Classification: Rosemary is a member of the mint family, Lamiaceae.