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Osmorhiza chilensis, commonly known as false mints or sweet cicely, is a perennial plant native to western North America and South America, including regions such as Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, and various parts of Canada and the United States. Osmorhiza chilensis (Latin: Osmorhiza chilensis) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Osmorhiza chilensis is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Osmorhiza chilensis grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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