Cicely facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cicely |
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Myrrhis
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M. odorata
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Cicely (Myrrhis odorata), also called sweet cicely, is a plant in the family Apiaceae. It is a tall perennial plant, growing to 2 meters tall. The leaves are divided. The flowers are white. The seeds are slender.
Uses
Cicely leaves are sometimes used as a herb, with a strong taste of anise.
See also
In Spanish: Myrrhis odorata para niños
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