Classification based on season of growth


Classification based on season of growth
    According to the requirement of season of growth, spices are grouped into following three classes:
    Annual spices: Spices which complete their life cycle in one growing season are called annuals. Example of this type of spices are coriander, cumin, fennel, fenugreek, ajowan and black cumin.
    Biennial spices: It needs two growing seasons to complete the life cycle. Examples of biennial spices are onion and parsley.
    Perennial spices: Perennial spices are those which live for more than two years. Black pepper, saffron, -clove, nutmeg and cinnamon are example of perennial spices

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