Cicely
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.
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Genus: | Myrrhis
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Species: | M. odorata
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Uses
Cicely leaves are sometimes used as a herb, with a strong taste of anise.