Cymopterus newberryi

Family: Apiaceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 25 cm tall. It keeps growing from year to year. The flowers are purple to white.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zone 7.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA

How it is used for food

The roots, young stems and leaves are eaten raw or cooked.

Edible parts

Roots, stems, leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Coloptera jonesii J. M. Coult. & Rose; Coloptera newberryi J. M. Coult. & Rose; Ferula newberryi (S. Watson) S. Watson; Peucedanum newberryi S. Watson;