I am native to southern Europe where I grow both wild and am cultivated. Used by the Greeks for medicinal purposes, I was also made into a crown for the victors of Isthmian and Nemean games. Continuing on, I was also part of Circe's "pleasant lawn" in The Odyssey by Homer. I was even made into a wreath to ward off drunkenness, but it was never proven effective. Although I have been used for potting and sometimes even edging, I am primarily used as an edible with peppery green leaves and white roots. When displayed fresh I am almost never consumed and I become a common sight for bus boys and dishwashers. I have over 30 cousins but only two or three are well known. I can be used fresh, dried or frozen, each form having its own unique flavors. As an excellent source of vitamins A & C, I am used in just about anything from salads, to stews, from egg dishes to pasta, with meat, poultry, or fish, in any vegetable dish in any savory sauce, or in my popular (yet boring) function, as a garnish. I do have the honor of being a proud member of fines, garni, persillade, and gremolada. I help control bad breath and even taste great when fried.
What am I?
Parsley
Mint
Cilantro
Dill
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