Amarineae

Amarineae is a tribe within the family Apiaceae, commonly known as the carrot or parsley family. This tribe comprises several genera of herbaceous plants, many of which are native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. Members of the Amarineae tribe are characterized by their compound umbels, which are inflorescences where multiple flower stalks arise from a single point. The flowers themselves are typically small and often white or yellow, arranged in intricate patterns.

Notable genera within Amarineae include Ammi, which contains species like the common bishop's weed (Ammi majus) and bullwort (Ammi visnaga). These plants have a long history of medicinal use. Another genus, Daucus, is perhaps the most famous due to its inclusion of the wild carrot, the ancestor of the cultivated carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus). The edible root of the cultivated carrot is a globally important food crop. The seeds and foliage of various Amarineae species can possess aromatic properties and have been used historically in culinary and traditional medicine practices. The identification and classification of species within Amarineae are based on morphological characteristics of their fruits, seeds, and inflorescences.