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Parsley

Petroselinum sativum

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Leaves

Major cosmetic aplications

Major cosmetic aplications

Antioxidant. Anti-aging. Photoprotection. Purifying. Antiseptic.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Mediterranean

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Diseases of kidneys and liver. Asthma. Jaundice. Cough. Indigestion. Gallstones. Menstrual problems. Psoriasis. Eczema.

Curiosities

Curiosities

Poultice of leaves is used as a remedy for insect bites.