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Short's spreading chervil

Scientific Name: Chaerophyllum procumbens var. shortii

Family: Apiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names: IN (wild chervil)

       

Chaerophyllum procumbens var. shortii

This page provides information about Chaerophyllum procumbens var. shortii, commonly known as Short's spreading chervil or wild chervil.

Considerations for Pets

This plant produces seeds that can spread, and may have an aggressive root system. Exercise caution if pets tend to ingest plant material, especially if the plant is growing in a garden or other accessible area.

Considerations for Children

This plant produces seeds that can spread, and may have an aggressive root system. Exercise caution if children tend to ingest plant material, especially if the plant is growing in a garden or other accessible area.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chaerophyllum procumbens (L.) Crantz var. shortii Torr. &amp Gray
  • Common Names: Short's spreading chervil, spreading chervil, wild chervil
  • Family: Apiaceae (Carrot Family)
  • Synonyms: Chaerophyllum shortii (Torr. &amp A. Gray) Bush
  • Taxonomic Rank: Variety (var. shortii)

Description

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb
  • Duration: Annual, biennial, or short-lived perennial
  • Roots: Thick, taproot that can be aggressive
  • Stems: Generally smooth or hairless
  • Leaves: Upper leaves have short petioles or are nearly sessile; leaves may have some spreading hairs.
  • Flowers: Small umbels of tiny silvery white flowers; umbels are 3-7 flowered, each flower with a short pedicel.

Distribution and Habitat

Chaerophyllum procumbens is native to the eastern United States and Canada. Variety shortii is found in Arkansas and Florida.

Ecological Role

  • This plant can be an invasive species, competing with other plants for light.
  • It spreads rapidly by seed and root.
  • Wild chervil can spread aggressively and choke out crops and desirable plants, particularly in farms.

Quirky Facts

  • The "Chervil Season" is short, typically from late May to mid-June.
  • Chervil root seeds are very short-lived.

Further Information

  • Garden Guides: Learn all about the Short's Spreading Chervil (Shortii) and gardening.
  • VT Invasives: www.vtinvasives.org/invaders/wild-chervil