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Horticulture

The long tap root is susceptible to rot in wet winters

Other use

The plant is sometimes harvested for local use as a food.
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Geographical distribution

  • Europe, Southeastern Europe, Italy
  • Europe, Southeastern Europe, Yugoslavia

Athamanta turbith (L.) Brot.

Family: APIACEAE
Genus: Athamanta
Species: turbith (L.) Brot.
Common names: Candy Carrot
Distribution summary: NE. Italy, Slovenija
Habit: Perennial
Hardiness: H5 - Hardy; cold winter
Habitat: Limestone screes and crevices
Garden status: Not currently grown
Flowering months: July, August
Reason for growing: Other use


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