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Perilla
see synonyms of perillaNoun
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Perilla
see synonyms of perillanoun
any member of the Perilla genus of annual herbs native to East Asia and belonging to the mint family
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Perilla
see synonyms of perillan.
1. An annual ornamental Asian plant (Perilla frutescens) in the mint family, having large green or purple-red leaves, small white flowers, and oil-yielding seeds. Also called beefsteak plant.
2. The aromatic leaves of this plant, used as a condiment and flavoring in East Asian cuisine. In both senses also called shiso.
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