giant fennel
herb
Also known as: Ferula communis
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Giant fennel (Ferula communis) is a tall Eurasian garden plant. It is a member of the carrot family (Apiaceae), which also includes the more commonly known herb, fennel (Foeniculum vulgare). While fennel is cultivated worldwide for its edible shoots, leaves, and seeds, and is used in flavoring, liqueurs, and medicines, giant fennel's stems are primarily used for tinder. Giant fennel is native to the Mediterranean region and can grow to about 3 meters (10 feet) high.12
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