Wild fennel
Nigella arvensis
Family: Ranunculaceae
What it is like
An annual herb. It is short and hairless. The leaves are all alternate and have narrow segments. The flowers are pale blue or white. The veins are often green.
There are about 15-20 Nigella species.
Where it is found
t is a temperate and Mediterranean climate plant. It grows on waste land and hillsides.
Countries/locations it is found in
Britain, Europe, Mediterranean, Slovenia, Spain
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds, leaves, spice
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Divja cĚŚrnika