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Myrrhis odorata

Anise
Also known as: Chaerophyllum odoratum (L.) Crantz +10 more
  • Chaerophyllum odoratum (L.) Crantz
  • Chaerophyllum odoratum (L.) Lam., 1779
  • Lindera odorata (L.) Asch.
  • Myrrhis brevipedunculata Hoffm.
  • Myrrhis iberica Hoffm.
  • Myrrhis odorata subsp. sulcata (Lag.) Nyman
  • Myrrhis odorata var. culta Alef.
  • Myrrhis odorata var. sulcata (Lag.) Alef.
  • Myrrhis sulcata Lag.
  • Scandix odorata L.
  • Selinum myrrhis E.H.L.Krause
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Apiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Myrrhis odorata (commonly known as Anise) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Apiaceae family. Originating in Europe, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Middle Europe, Southeastern Europe, Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Albania, Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Yugoslavia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Baltic States, Belgium, British Columbia, Central European Russia, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, East European Russia, Finland, Føroyar, Great Britain, Iceland, Idaho, Ireland, Michigan, Netherlands, New York, Newfoundland, North Caucasus, North European Russia, Northwest European Russia, Norway, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Poland, Sweden, Ukraine, Vermont, Washington

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