Cow-as
Cogswellia cous
Family: Apiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 10-20 cm tall. The leaves are alternate and divided. The leaflets are narrow.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
North America, USA
How it is used for food
The roots are eaten and also dried and made into flour. They have a celery flavour.
Edible parts
Roots
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Lomatium cous; Peucedanum cous S. Watson;