Cryptotaenia canadensisHonewort or Wild Chervil |
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Names and MythsCryptotaenia Greek cryptos hidden tainia a fillet refers to hiddem oil tubes. canadensis Canadian |
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Natural history / FolkloreClosely related to a plant found in Eastern Asia. Tops have been used as a green, and the Swedish explorer Peter Kalm noted its value.35 Boiled its stems and leaves give a parsley-like addition to soup, and the roots can be cooked and eaten like parsnips.20 |
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DescriptionFound in moist woods, 3 part leaflets sharply toothed, small white flowers. |
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