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spreading chervil

Scientific Name: Chaerophyllum procumbens

Family: Apiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names: NY (spreading chervil)

       

Spreading Chervil (Chaerophyllum procumbens)

Chaerophyllum procumbens, commonly known as spreading chervil or wild chervil, is an annual forb found in North America.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • The plant has slender, weak stems that may be easily broken.
  • Spreading chervil spreads aggressively by reseeding itself, so monitor if pets or children frequently interact with plants in areas where it grows.
  • It is important to note that the young leaves of spreading chervil can be confused with the leaves of the invasive wild chervil (Anthriscus sylvestris).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chaerophyllum procumbens (L.) Crantz
  • Common Names: Spreading chervil, wild chervil
  • Family: Apiaceae (Carrot family or Parsley family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species, Variety (Chaerophyllum procumbens var. procumbens)
  • Synonyms: There is mention of USDA Symbol and other alternative scientific names referenced as related items, but not specified in the text.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the eastern United States and Canada.
  • Common in most areas of Illinois.
  • Observed in Frederick County, Maryland.
  • Found at roadsides.

Ecological Role

  • Spreads aggressively by reseeding.
  • In farms, it can choke out crops and desirable forage and hay species.
  • In natural areas and forest edges, it can spread aggressively.
  • Competes with native plants for light.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Annual herb.
  • Stems: Slender, spreading, weak, often branched from base, glabrous or slightly hairy at base.
  • Height: 4-24 inches.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Confused with Queen Anne's Lace (Daucus carota).
  • Young plants are often confused with the invasive wild chervil (Anthriscus sylvestris).

Resources and Further Information

  • Endangered Resources Program
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Dave's Garden
  • Wikimedia Commons
  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life
  • TERMIUM (Canada's terminology and linguistic data bank)