Isolated enclaves in Punta Cana on the eastern tip and other places on the island's southeastern side are the most popular spots for couples to hold a destination wedding and continue with their honeymoon.
Origin of Plant. Dill is an annual of the carrot family native to the Mediterranean region and southern Russia. It grows as a field weed in southern Europe and naturalizes in Mediterranean climates. The word dill comes from a Norwegian word dilla, meaning to soothe, based on its medicinal uses.
Dill originated in southern Russia, the Mediterranean, and Western Africa. It has been used as a medicinal herb for at least 5,000 years. The Ancient Egyptians used dill as a soothing medicine, and it was also used in aphrodisiacs and to ward off witches. The Greeks used dill as a symbol of wealth. The Romans believed that dill brought good fortune. The Romans also used dill leaves in the wreaths they made to recognize athletes and heroes. In ancient times soldiers would apply burnt dill seeds to wounds to help them heal. Dill is mentioned in the Bible (Matthew 23:23) as an herb that was tithed.