Smyrnium — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Smyrnium recorded in the PlantPeers database.
EdibleMedicinal
Smyrnium olusatrum
Smyrnium olusatrum
Family: Apiaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in most soils but prefers an open sunny position in a well-drained moisture retentive soil. Hardy to about -15°c. At one time this plant was extensively grown for its edible leaves and stems but it has now fallen into virtual disuse, having been replaced by celery.
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Edible
Smyrnium perfoliatum
Smyrnium perfoliatum
Family: Apiaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in most soils but prefers an open sunny position in a well-drained moisture retentive soil. Self-sows freely with us in our Cornwall garden, in a suuny, sheltered position.
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