Herb Know-How IQ: how it works
Ten questions about herbs in the kitchen, the teapot and the garden. Score yourself and read why every missed answer matters. It is part of the free herbs & teas tools on Natural Knows, and it runs in your browser: no sign-up, and your answers stay on your device.
Each play draws 10 questions from a bank of 24, and the answers are shuffled, so the tool feels new when you come back. After the last question you see your score and a short explanation for every answer you missed.
Three questions from the bank
- How much dried herb goes in one cup of tea? About 1.5–2 g, roughly a teaspoon. A teaspoon of dried herb per 250 ml is the usual strength for leaf and flower teas.
- Fresh herbs vs dried in cooking: Use about three times more fresh than dried. Drying concentrates flavour, so dried herbs are stronger by weight.
- Why cover a cup of chamomile while it steeps? To keep the aromatic oils in the cup. The steam carries aroma. A lid or saucer keeps it in.
Educational information only, not medical advice. Herbs are described by their traditional and culinary uses; they do not treat, cure or prevent illness. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before regular herbal teas if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take medicines or have a health condition.
Questions about this tool
Is the Herb Know-How IQ free?
Yes. It runs in your browser, there is no sign-up, and your answers are not sent anywhere.
Can I take it again?
Yes. Every play draws new questions from the bank and shuffles the answers, so your second result can show a different side.
Is this medical advice?
No. It is educational information about natural living. For any health condition, pregnancy, breastfeeding or medicines, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
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