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Shiso

Shiso is listed botanically as Perilla frutescens var. crispa. It may also be listed as Perilla, Beefsteak Plant. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Perilla and in the family Lamiaceae. PlotPal currently carries Shiso as an outdoor growing and herb reference. Recorded garden roles include culinary herb. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.