Description
Chaerophyllum leucolaenum (also called 'White-Leaved Chervil', among many other common names) is an upright, herbaceous perennial plant with small, ovate, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean and grows in sunny, well-drained areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chaerophyllum leucolaenum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chaerophyllum leucolaenum is a hardy perennial that grows in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed in fall or spring.
Where to Find Chaerophyllum leucolaenum
Chaerophyllum leucolaenum is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.