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General Information

Cnidium japonicum is a biennial to short-lived perennial plant growing from a taproot; it produces sveral stems 15 - 20cm tall[].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a food.

Known Hazards

Although no specific mention has been found for this plant, at least one member of this genus has a report of toxicity so some caution is advised for this species.

Botanical References

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Range

E. Asia - northeast China (Liaoning), central and southern Japan, Korea.

Habitat

Sandy places near seashores all over Japan[, ]. Seashores in Liaoning Province, China[].

Properties

Edibility Rating
Habit	Biennial/Perennial
Height	0.20 m
Pollinators	Insects
Self-fertile	Yes
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Judging by the plants native habitat it is likely to require a well-drained light to medium soil in a sunny position. It is also likely to be resistant to maritime exposure.

Edible Uses

Leaves - cooked[].

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

None known

Propagation

Seed - we have no details for this species but suggest sowing it as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame. Alternatively, sow stored seed in late winter in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer.