Sweet Cicely
Myrrhis odorata
Apiaceae
Other names
Myrrh, Anise, Sweet Chervil
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Europe
Biocultural value
The edible fern-like leaves have a delicate, sweet anise flavor.
Location
Robison Herb Garden, Young Flower Garden
Source of plant
Audry O'Connor, Baker's Acres
Description
Perennial reaching 3' in height; leaves 2- to 3-pinnate, the segments lanceolate, toothed or cut; flowers small, whitish, in compound umbels; fruit shining, nearly 1" long, strongly ribbed.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
fragrance, food