Mountain spring parsley
Cymopterus montanus
Family: Apiaceae
What it is like
A herb. The root is spindle shaped or like parsnip.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The young stems and leaves are eaten raw or cooked. The roots are peeled, baked and ground into a meal.
Edible parts
Root, seeds, stems, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gamote, Pastinaca de monte