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The caraway is a member of the parsley family and closely related to fennel and dill. It grows up to 60 cm/2 ft high and is cultivated in many parts of Europe and the USA. Caraway seeds are small, oval, and ribbed.
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The hardy biennial parsley has been cultivated for so long that its origin is uncertain. It may have originated in southeast Europe. The mild-flavoured leaves and seeds are widely used as a herb in cooking.
Herb belonging to the carrot family, cultivated for flavouring and garnishing in cookery and for its nutrient value, being rich in vitamin C and minerals. It can grow up to 45 cm/1.5 ft high and has aromatic, curled or flat pinnate leaves (leaflets either side of the stem) and delicate open clusters of yellow flowers. It is a biennial plant. (Petroselinum crispum, family Umbelliferae.)
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