Osmorhiza chilensis
Family: Apiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 80 cm tall. The leaves have leaflets along the sides and these are divided and have teeth along the edge.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 2,500 m above sea level. It suits hardiness zone 6.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Chile, North America, South America (country/location of origin), USA
How it is used for food
The root is eaten raw or cooked. The leaves are eaten raw or cooked.
It is considered a delicacy.
Edible parts
Root, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Niuquin, Nonquin, Numin, Nuukin, Perejil de cerro