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harmel

Peganum harmala

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Sapindales ›Family: Nitrariaceae ›Genus: Peganum

About

Peganum harmala, commonly called esfand, wild rue, Syrian rue, African rue, harmel, or aspand (among other similar pronunciations and spellings), is a plant of the family Nitrariaceae. Its common English-language name came about because of a resemblance to rue (which is not related). The plant's seeds are especially noteworthy because they have seen continual use for thousands of years in the rites of many cultures. The plant has remained a popular tool in both folk medicine...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of harmel?
The scientific name of harmel is Peganum harmala.
What kingdom does harmel belong to?
harmel belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does harmel belong to?
harmel belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does harmel belong to?
harmel belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does harmel belong to?
harmel belongs to the order Sapindales.
What family does harmel belong to?
harmel belongs to the family Nitrariaceae.
What genus does harmel belong to?
harmel belongs to the genus Peganum.