Bifora radians
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Summary
Source: WikipediaBifora radians, the wild bishop, is a species of annual herb in the family Apiaceae. They have a self-supporting growth form and simple, broad leaves. Individuals can grow to 31 cm tall.
Description
An herb in the Apiaceae family found in temperate regions, with leaves used as a spice.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are used as a spice, and the roots are used as a spice.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are used as a spice.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Caucasus, Europe, Germany, Iran, Middle East, Turkey, Türkiye,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Ayran otu, Kisnis, Kokar ot, Kucuk kisnis otu, Yabani kisnis otu
References (3)
- Dogan, A., et al, 2014, A review of edible plants on the Turkish Apiaceae species. J. Fac. Pharm. Istanbul, 44(2) pp 251-262
- Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 65
