bisnaga

This is an erect annual plant growing from a taproot to a maximum height near 80 centimeters (31 in). The leaves are up to 20 centimeters (7.9 in) long and generally oval to triangular in shape but dissected into many small linear to lance-shaped segments. The inflorescence is a compound umbel of white flowers similar to those of other Apiaceae species. The fruit is a compressed oval-shaped body less than 3 millimeters long. This species is a source of khellin, a diuretic extract. Like its close relative Ammi majus, Visnaga daucoides is commonly seen in gardens where it is grown from seed annually. Some authorities regard Visnaga daucoides as a synonym of Ammi visnaga; and it is still widely referenced under that name.

In Egypt, a tea made from the fruit of this species has been used as a herbal remedy for kidney stones. Preparations of the fruits have also been used for angina pectoris therapy.