Used Occasionally. protozoa is one of the 30000 most commonly used words in the Collins dictionary.
It is a species of hardy deciduous flowering shrub in the genus Dasiphora (formerly Potentilla) of the family Rosaceae, native to the cool temperate and subarctic regions of the northern hemisphere, often growing at high altitudes in mountains.
Latin name: Perilla frutescens. Chinese name: zi su ye. Other names: beefsteakplant, Chinese basil, purple perilla, shiso. What is Perilla? Perilla is a perennial herb that grows in Eastern Asia, including China, Japan, and India. There are both green-leafed and purple-leafed varieties. It is typically associated with Japanese cuisine, where it is usually called shiso. Perilla oil is used in Asia for medicinal purposes and as a food flavoring in candies and sauces. Perilla is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and the leaves are used as a condiment for tofu and as a garnish for tempura.