Anthriscus (Noun)
Meaning
Chervil: of Europe, North Africa and Asia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Anthriscus is a genus of plants in the carrot family, with chervil being one of its most well-known species native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia.
- Chervil, also known as Anthriscus cerefolium, is a popular herb used in French cuisine.
- Anthriscus sylvestris, or cow parsley, is a wild relative of chervil commonly found in European meadows.
- The Anthriscus genus includes several species of plants, including chervil, which is prized for its delicate flavor and fragrance.
- In the wild, Anthriscus plants can be identified by their lacy, fern-like foliage and umbels of small white flowers.