Chaerophyllum byzantinum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaChaerophyllum byzantinum is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to Bulgaria and Turkey, including East Thrace. In addition, it has been introduced into Germany.
Description
A perennial herb in the Apiaceae family found in temperate mountain regions between 350-1,350 m above sea level.
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Edible Uses
The leaves and stems are cooked and eaten, and are also used as a spice.
Traditional Uses
The leaves and stems are cooked and eaten. They are also used as a spice.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows in mountain regions. It grows between 350-1,350 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Anatolia, Balkans, Bulgaria, Europe, Germany, Turkey, Türkiye,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Carsir, Carsir otu, Yogurt otu
References (5)
- Dogan, A., et al, 2014, A review of edible plants on the Turkish Apiaceae species. J. Fac. Pharm. Istanbul, 44(2) pp 251-262
- Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement
- Kizilarslan, C. & Ozhatay, N., 2012, An ethnobotanical study of the useful and edible plants of İzmit. Marmara Pharmaceutical Journal 16: 134-140, 2012.
- Koca, I., et al, 2015, Some Wild Edible Plants and Their Dietary Fiber Contents. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition. 14(4): 188-194
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 94
