Foeniculum vulgare
Foeniculum vulgare
Foeniculum vulgare (pronunciation: /ˌfiːnɪˈkjuːləm ˈvʌlɡəreɪ/), commonly known as fennel, is a flowering plant species in the carrot family. It is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves.
Etymology
The term Foeniculum vulgare is derived from the Latin foeniculum, meaning "little hay", and vulgare, meaning "common". This refers to the plant's hay-like foliage and its widespread occurrence.
Description
Foeniculum vulgare is indigenous to the shores of the Mediterranean but has become widely naturalized in many parts of the world, especially on dry soils near the sea-coast and on riverbanks. It is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb used in cookery and, along with the similar-tasting anise, is one of the primary ingredients of absinthe.
Related Terms
- Apiaceae: The family of plants to which Foeniculum vulgare belongs.
- Perennial plant: A type of plant that lives for more than two years.
- Herb: A plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.
- Anise: A plant closely related to Foeniculum vulgare, both in taste and appearance.
- Absinthe: A distilled, highly alcoholic beverage that often includes Foeniculum vulgare as an ingredient.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Foeniculum vulgare
- Wikipedia's article - Foeniculum vulgare
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