pe·ril·la 
(pə-rĭlə)
(pə-rĭlə)n.
1. An annual ornamental Asian plant (Perilla frutescens) in the mint family, having large green or purple-red leaves, small white flowers, and oil-yielding seeds. Also called beefsteak plant.
2. The aromatic leaves of this plant, used as a condiment and flavoring in East Asian cuisine. In both senses also called shiso.
[New Latin, genus name, of unknown origin.]
perillaPerilla frutescens
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