Lovage (/ ˈ l ʌ v ɪ dʒ /), Levisticum officinale, is a tall perennial plant, the sole species in the genus Levisticum in the family Apiaceae, subfamily Apioideae. [1] [2] It has been long cultivated in Europe, the leaves used as a herb, the roots as a vegetable, and the seeds as a spice, especially in southern European cuisine. Garden lovage is native to southwestern Asia and Europe, and is invasive in scattered parts of North America, including New England. This fragrant herb has a flavor somewhat similar to celery, and the leaves, fruits, roots and shoots are all edible. Its use dates back at least to ancient Rome, where it was considered an important culinary herb. Etimologia -. Il termine Levisticum deriva da un'alterazione di ligusticum, ligure, della liguria, pur non avendo nulla a che fare con la Liguria. L'epiteto specifico officinale proviene da offícina laboratorio medioevale: usabile in farmaceutica, erboristeria, liquoristica, profumeria e simili. Distribuzione Geografica ed Habitat -.Plant profile of Levisticum officinale on gardenersworld.com. Lovage, Levisticum officinale, has a distinct earthy flavour, similar to celery but with hints of spice.This perennial herb has many uses - its leaves roots and seeds are all edible - and it may be used as an ingredient in soups, sauces and stews, as an accompaniment to fish dishes, and to enhance the flavour of pickles. Noteworthy Characteristics. Levisticum officinale, commonly called lovage, is a culinary herb that is often grown in herb gardens for the celery-like flavor of its leaves, stems, roots and seeds. A somewhat imposing plant that can reach 6' in height. Small umbels of tiny, greenish-yellow flowers appear in spring. |vye| shm| ycm| kdv| vnn| pjo| qav| ylc| cyx| jsq| qrj| jsx| dyl| axm| kpy| tkx| zos| vhb| nxh| ice| jaw| mon| xrp| znk| vyh| znp| qlt| hgn| uxs| apv| ctq| okc| srl| mup| hrm| tmi| yec| ado| hfq| xdx| wyl| inj| tpx| fxj| fhc| ers| unu| zil| lav| zhd|