Sileos
Sileos is a genus of plants in the family Apiaceae. The genus was described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753 and is native to Europe and Asia. Plants in the genus Sileos are typically herbaceous perennials that grow in moist, shady environments. They have compound leaves and produce small, white flowers in umbels.
The genus Sileos is characterized by its distinctive fruits, which are ribbed and flattened. The seeds are
There are several species within the genus Sileos, including Sileos longifolius and Sileos pratense. These species
The historical use of Sileos species is varied. Some have been used in traditional medicine for their