Herb latin name: Cnidium japonicum


Family: Umbelliferae



Edible parts of Cnidium japonicum:

Leaves - cooked.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Biennial


Height:
30 cm
(11 3/4 inch)

Flowering:
August to
October

Habitat of the herb:

Sandy places near seashores all over Japan.

Propagation of Cnidium japonicum:

Seed - we have no details for this species but suggest sowing it as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame. Alternatively, sow stored seed in late winter in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer.

Cultivation of the herb:

Sandy places near seashores all over Japan.

Medicinal use of Cnidium japonicum:

None known

Known hazards of Cnidium japonicum:

Although no specific mention has been found for this plant, at least one member of this genus has a report of toxicity so some caution is advised for this species.

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.