Chervil wild Herb 100+ fresh Seeds. Anthriscus sylvestris seeds

🌱 Anthriscus sylvestris — Chervil wild Herb

Our Chervil wild Herb seeds are harvested from rare, heirloom varieties of Anthriscus sylvestris. This herbaceous biennial plant is a member of the Apiaceae family, known for its delicate flavor and aroma. Chervil is a popular ingredient in many culinary dishes, adding a fresh, anise-like taste.

🌿 Botanical Description

Anthriscus sylvestris can grow up to 1.5 meters tall, with a thick, vertical root and an erect, deeply furrowed stem. The leaves are pubescent, triangular, and large, with long petioles on the lower leaves. The plant produces corymbose inflorescences at the top of the stem and branches, featuring 8-15 equal, bare rays. The fruits are ovoid-elongated, laterally compressed, and dark brown, ripening in August-September.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil in early spring or late summer/early fall. Stratification may be required for optimal germination.
• Germinate at 15-20°C (59-68°F) for 1-3 weeks.
• Soil pH 6.0-7.0, well-draining soil with full sun to partial shade.
• Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize lightly.
• USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9, frost tolerance moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Anthriscus sylvestris is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, growing in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and along streams. It thrives in areas with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.

✨ Interesting Facts

Chervil has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its carminative and antispasmodic properties. It is also a popular ingredient in many culinary dishes, adding a fresh, anise-like flavor. In some cultures, Chervil is believed to have aphrodisiac properties.