Genus Seseli (Noun)
Meaning
A rosid dicot genus that includes moon carrots.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Seseli is a genus of plants in the family Apiaceae, commonly known as moon carrots or moon caraway.
- The genus Seseli consists of about 100 species of annual or perennial herbs native to Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Some species of the genus Seseli have been used in traditional medicine for their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
- Moon carrots, which belong to the genus Seseli, have edible roots that can be eaten raw or cooked.
- The genus Seseli is characterized by its umbrella-like inflorescences and slender, branching stems.