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parsley Mediterranean aromatic herb ( Petroselinum crispum or Apium petroselinum ) of the carrot family, cultivated since the days of the Romans for its foliage, used in cookery as a seasoning and garnish. In ancient times parsley was also used for chaplets and as a funeral decoration. Hamburg parsley is a variety grown for its edible root. Parsley is widely cultivated throughout the United States, chiefly in Louisiana. Parsley is often eaten because of its high content of vitamin C. Parsley is classified in the division Magnoliophyta , class Magnoliopsida, order Apiales, family Apiaceae (Umbelliferae).

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parsley Leaves of the herb Petroselinum crispum, P. hertense, or P. sativum. Since it is largely used as a garnish and for flavouring, the nutrients per serving are negligible.

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	Please pass the parsley: it's a cook's best friend and should be grown within easy reach of every kitchen door. With its bright green foliage and pleasant, aromatic odor, this frost-hardy biennial belongs to the carrot family that includes anise, celery, dill, and fennel. Magazine article from: Vibrant Life; 9/1/2006
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