Bunium chaberti

Family: Apiaceae

What it is like

A herb.

There are 45-50 Bunium species.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Algeria, Mediterranean, North Africa, Tunisia

How it is used for food

Tubers roasted or boiled and eaten. They must be well cooked preferably on coals or in ashes. CAUTION: It can cause stomach upsets if not well cooked.

Edible parts

Root, tuber

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Carum chabertii Batt.;