Chaerophyllum acuminatum
Lindl.
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Description
A herb. It grows up to 60 cm tall. The roots are carrot like and long and tapering. The leaves are divided 1 or 2 times. The edges have teeth. The flower petals are white. The fruit is cylinder shaped and 8 mm long.
Edible Uses
The roots are eaten.
Distribution
It grows in the Himalayas between 2,500-4,000 m altitude.
Where It Grows
Asia, Himalayas, India, Nepal, Pakistan,
References (1)
- Flora of Pakistan. www.eFloras.org
