| Scientific name | Levisticum officinale |
| Appearance | Perennial plant with large divided leaves, thick, hollow and fibrous root once dried |
| Smell | Aromatic, close to celery, with a peppery note |
| Color | Yellowish white to light brown depending on drying |
| Used parts | Root (fresh or dried), sometimes the seeds |
| Origins | Central and Southern Europe, Alpine regions |
| Toxicity level | Low (traditional use well tolerated; not recommended in case of kidney failure or prolonged sun exposure) |
