Trivia # 30 : Parsley

• Parsley were hold sacred by Ancient Greeks. They use it not only to adorn victors of athletic contests but also to decorate the tombs of the deceased.
• Parsley is thought to have originated in Sardinia.  
• Parsley was used to flavor and garnish food as early as the third century B.C. The name 'parsley' comes from the Greek word petros, meaning 'stone,' because the plant was often found growing among rocks. In ancient times, wreaths were made with parsley and were worn to prevent intoxication. Parsley was brought to the New World by the colonists.
•  Parsley seed oil is used in shampoo, soap and men’s perfumes.