Silphium: The Extinct Miracle Plant of Ancient Rome

In ancient Rome, Silphium was known as an all-in-one miracle plant, being used in cooking, medicine, and even as an early form of birth control. In this video we will learn all about silphium, its uses, and how it supposedly went extinct. *I apologize in advance for any mispronunciations of Roman words. Sources: https://pastebin.com/W8bvEmS4 #silphium #ancientrome #ancienthistory #history #historyfacts