concept   silphium

4 commonsense assertions
Cultures (4) Ancient Mediterranean (1) Modern world (1) Ancient Egypt (1) Contemporary world (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 silphium Ancient Mediterranean Silphium was a highly prized and versatile plant in ancient Mediterranean cultures for medicinal, culinary, and contraceptive purposes. 5
2 silphium Modern world Silphium is an extinct plant with historical significance, but little practical use in modern cultures. 3
3 silphium Ancient Egypt Silphium was a valuable plant in Ancient Egypt, used for medicine, seasoning, and birth control. 1
4 silphium Contemporary world Silphium is not widely used as a medicinal plant or seasoning in the modern world. 1