Dill

Anethum graveolens
Apiaceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Erect glaucous annual to 60cm. Leaves to 35 x 20cm, oblong to obovate in outline, finely divided, segments to 20mm; petiole 5-6cm, mostly sheathing. Umbels compound; rays 15-30, unequal, 2-9cm. Fruit c4.5mm; mericarps dark brown with pale-winged marginal ridges, commisure broad.

Source of plant

Richters

USDA Hardiness Zone

8

Special characteristics

food, medicinal/pharmaceutical