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Perilla Green
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 Scientific Name: Perilla frutescens
Common Name: Green Perilla
Other Common Names:
Aka Shiso, Ao Shiso,
Beefsteakplant, Ji Soo, Kuei Jen, Nd, Pai Su [E ], Perilla, Purple Perilla,
Shiso, Tsu Su
Plant Type: Annual
Where To Plant: Full Sun to Partly Shady
Soil Types: Average
Zones (See US Zone map): 8-11
Germination: Easy
Number of Seeds Per Pack: 50
Uses: Culinary
Notes: Best variety for sushi. Chill seeds 3 days at 40 degrees F.
PERILLA FRUTESCENS. (Shiso) Decorative green foliage reminiscent of coleus. Cinnamon-scented leaves are popular in Japan for flavoring raw fish, bean curd, pickles and tempura. Also used Decorative green foliage reminiscent of coleus. Cinnamon-scented leaves are popular in Japan for flavoring raw fish, bean curd, pickles and tempura. Also used to give scarlet colour to pickled plums and preserved ginger. Before sowing, chill sees at 5°C (40°F) for 3 days in moist sand. Green(Aoshiso) Great flavor; preferred variety for sushi.
Price: $1.95/pkt
Any statement made concerning medical
conditions treated with this herb is not intended as sound medical advice. The
seeds are NOT to be ingested only planted. Herbs need to taken only with
the guidance of a trained physician or established herblist.
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