Ferula elaeochytris
Korovin
Giant fennel
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Description
An herbaceous plant in the carrot family (Apiaceae) found in temperate regions. Giant fennel is related to common fennel and other umbelliferous herbs.
Edible Uses
The leaves are edible and can be consumed.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Turkey, Türkiye,
Nutrition
| Part | Moisture | kJ | kcal | Protein | Vit A | Vit C | Iron | Zinc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Root | 26.9 | 728 | 177 | 3.6 | — | 4 | 59.6 | 0.6 |
Synonyms
Dorema meifolium FenzlFerula arnani Zohary & P. H. DavisFerula cassii Zohary & P. H. DavisFerula meifolia (Fenz.) Boiss.
Also Known As
Cag, Cagsir, Caksir, Cavsir, Hitik
References (1)
- Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement
