In The Garden: Name that plant

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    What’s the name of this plant? Is it considered as wild flower?
     

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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    It's Apiaceae, a member of the carrot family. This was in a garden? That makes it a bit more difficult until it flowers.
     
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    Is the root edible? I’ve just planted it in a big flower pot. Shall I let it flower and collect the seeds?
     
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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Apiaceae contains some of the most poisonous plants known, so no, you wouldn't want to eat the root of an unknown member of the group.

    Was it from a gardening situation or was it collected elsewhere?
     
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