Tarragon

Tarragon, common name for an aromatic, bitter, perennial herb, of the daisy family, native to Siberia and the regions surrounding the Caspian Sea. It reaches a height of up to 120 cm (48 in) and is cultivated as a culinary herb in western Europe. The small greenish flower heads are arranged in panicles. The green parts of the tarragon plant are used for seasoning salads and for flavouring pickles, vinegar, and mustard.

Scientific classification: Tarragon belongs to the family Asteraceae (or Compositae). It is classified as Artemisia dracunculus. The sweet-scented marigold is classified as Tagetes lucida.