Hamburg parsley, Turnip-rooted parsley, Parsnip-rooted parsley, German parsley
Petroselinum crispum var. tuberosum

Family: Apiaceae

What it is like

A herb. This parsley plant is cultivated for its edible roots. The roots look like a small parsnip. They are 15-22 cm long.

Where it is found

It suits hardiness zones 7-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, Europe, Germany, Hawaii, Hungary, Netherlands, North America, Pacific, Poland, Russia, USA

How it is used for food

The root has a strong taste and is used in stews. They are cooked and eaten like celeriac. The thick, fleshy roots are thinly sliced and eaten raw in salads. The roots can be fried and made into chips. Young leaves can be used in soup and stew.

It is a commercially cultivated vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves, root, tea, vegetable

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Possibly now Petroselinum crispum Radicosum group