Visnaga
Ammi visnaga
Apiaceae
Other names
Toothpick Bishop'S Weed, Toothpick Chervil, Toothpick Plant, Honeyplant
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Cultivated as annual
Native distribution
Northern Africa to Portugal
Biocultural value
Seeds contain khellin and visnadin and are used to treat angina pectoris, muscle spasms, cramps and bronchial asthma.
Location
Source of plant
Richters
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
medicinal/pharmaceutical