Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall. & DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 225 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599129
Common Names
- Chaerophyllum villosum
- Hairy Chervil
- Hairy Cow Parsley
Synonyms
- Anthriscus boissieui H.Lév. [unknown]
- Chaerophyllum reflexum Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Chaerophyllum villosum (also called Hairy Chervil, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of up to 50 cm. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Chaerophyllum villosum has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, headaches, and respiratory issues. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chaerophyllum villosum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chaerophyllum villosum is a hardy, perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they germinate. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to the garden.
Where to Find Chaerophyllum villosum
Chaerophyllum villosum is native to Europe and can be found in Austria, Bulgaria, and France.
Chaerophyllum villosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chaerophyllum villosum?
Chaerophyllum villosum
What is the common name of Chaerophyllum villosum?
Hairy Chervil
What is the family of Chaerophyllum villosum?
Apiaceae
Species in the Chaerophyllum genus
Chaerophyllum andicola,
Chaerophyllum argenteum,
Chaerophyllum australianum,
Chaerophyllum azorellaceum,
Chaerophyllum basicola,
Chaerophyllum borneense,
Chaerophyllum brevipes,
Chaerophyllum buwaldianum,
Chaerophyllum colensoi,
Chaerophyllum daucoides,
Chaerophyllum eriopodum,
Chaerophyllum guatemalense,
Chaerophyllum gunnii,
Chaerophyllum involucratum,
Chaerophyllum lineare,
Chaerophyllum nanhuense,
Chaerophyllum novae-zelandiae,
Chaerophyllum orizabae,
Chaerophyllum papuanum,
Chaerophyllum plicatum,
Chaerophyllum pulvinificum,
Chaerophyllum pumilum,
Chaerophyllum ramosum,
Chaerophyllum sessiliflorum,
Chaerophyllum taiwanianum,
Chaerophyllum tolucanum,
Chaerophyllum aksekiense,
Chaerophyllum angelicifolium,
Chaerophyllum aromaticum,
Chaerophyllum astrantiae,
Chaerophyllum atlanticum,
Chaerophyllum aurantiacum,
Chaerophyllum aureum,
Chaerophyllum azoricum,
Chaerophyllum bobrovii,
Chaerophyllum borodini,
Chaerophyllum bulbosum,
Chaerophyllum byzantinum,
Chaerophyllum coloratum,
Chaerophyllum confusum,
Chaerophyllum creticum,
Chaerophyllum crinitum,
Chaerophyllum dasycarpum,
Chaerophyllum elegans,
Chaerophyllum hakkiaricum,
Chaerophyllum heldreichii,
Chaerophyllum hirsutum,
Chaerophyllum humile,
Chaerophyllum karsianum,
Chaerophyllum khorossanicum,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,