Seseli libanotis var. daucifolia
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSeseli libanotis, also known by the common names moon carrot, mountain stone-parsley, or säfferot, is a species of herb in the genus Seseli of the carrot family, Apiaceae. It is native to Eurasia, throughout which it is widespread.
Description
A temperate herb in the carrot family (Apiaceae) with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are boiled then eaten with oil and salt.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are boiled then eaten with oil and salt.
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Medicinal Uses
The leaves and root are edible. S. libanotis is useful in honey production and has also been used in folk medicine. Several studies suggest that S. libanotis and other members of Seseli have natural antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China,
References (2)
- Famine foods
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