natural herbs
Cnidium japonicum
Herb latin name: Cnidium japonicum
Family: Umbelliferae
Edible parts of Cnidium japonicum:
Leaves - cooked.Description of the plant:
Plant:
BiennialHeight:
30 cm(11 3/4 inch)
Flowering:
August toOctober
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 knownKnown 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.