genus perilla

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Noun genus perilla has 1 sense

Perilla, genus Perilla - small genus of Asiatic herbs
--₁ is a kind of asterid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of
Labiatae, family Labiatae, Lamiaceae, family Lamiaceae, mint family
--₁ has members: beefsteak plant, Perilla frutescens crispa

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Term: Genus Perilla

Description:

Genus Perilla refers to a plant genus that includes several species of herbaceous plants belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. These plants are primarily cultivated for their culinary and medicinal uses and are known for their aromatic leaves and attractive flowers.

Sample sentences:

Perilla frutescens, a common species of the genus Perilla, is widely used as a culinary herb in many Asian cuisines.
The leaves of the Genus Perilla are commonly used in pickles, stir-fries, and salads for their unique flavor.
The medicinal properties of Perilla species within the genus Perilla have been studied for their potential health benefits.

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