Anthriscus cerefolium
Family: Umbelliferae
Common names: CHERVIL, FRESH CHERVIL
Synonym: Scandix cerefolium
Native to: Europe, West Asia
Sentiment: sincerity
Plant
Type: annual
Forms: clumping, erect
Max height: 2 feet
Max width: 1 foot
Flower
white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: specific butterfly species
Edible: herb
Exposure: part shade, sun
Landscape use: foliage aromatic
Propagates by: seed
flowers in summer
Soil type: wide range
USDA Zones: zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: 0 to +30 °F
Water: regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
