Bunium ferulaceum
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Basic Information
Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae
Genus: bunium
Plant ID (slug): bunium-ferulaceum
Numeric ID: 21361
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Bunium ferulaceum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Europe - Mediterranean to the Balkans and the Crimea.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - raw or cooked[177]. Rather small[105]. A bitterish flavour[2].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Bunium ferulaceum
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