Chaerophyllum bulbosum
About
Chaerophyllum bulbosum is a species of flowering plant from the carrot family and known by several common names, including turnip-rooted chervil, tuberous-rooted chervil, bulbous chervil, and parsnip chervil. It is native to Europe and Western Asia. It was a popular vegetable in the 19th century.
- Family
- Apiaceae
How to use it
Bulbous chervil can be used as a vegetable, particularly for its edible roots, which can be prepared in a variety of ways. Additionally, it can serve as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers. Its historical significance as a food source also highlights its potential for rediscovery in modern cooking.
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In the kitchen
Bulbous chervil is not commonly eaten today, but it was once a cherished vegetable. Its turnip-shaped roots can be cooked and used in various dishes, similar to how you might use parsnips or carrots. However, be aware that it is not widely available in modern markets, so you might need to grow it yourself if you want to try it!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Chaerophyllum bulbosum
- Slug
- chaerophyllum-bulbosum
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Genus
- Chaerophyllum
- Species
- bulbosum
- Wikidata QID
- Q1777420
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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