Meaning : Tansy-scented Eurasian perennial herb with buttonlike yellow flowers. Used as potherb or salad green and sometimes for potpourri or tea or flavoring. Sometimes placed in genus Chrysanthemum.
Synonyms : alecost, balsam herb, bible leaf, chrysanthemum balsamita, mint geranium, tanacetum balsamita
Meaning : Leaves used sparingly (because of bitter overtones) in sauces and soups and stuffings.