'Pimpinella Sisarum' definitions:

Definition of 'Pimpinella Sisarum'

From: GCIDE
  • Skirret \Skir"ret\, n. [A corrupted form equivalent to sugarwort.] (Bot.) An umbelliferous plant (Sium Sisarum syn. {Pimpinella Sisarum}). It is a native of Asia, but has been long cultivated in Europe for its edible clustered tuberous roots, which are very sweet. [1913 Webster]