Meum athamanticum Jacq.

A clump forming herb. It grows 45-60 cm high and spreads 30-45 cm wide. The leaves are finely divided and feathery. They are a rich green. The flowers are small and white to pink.

It grows in temperate places. It grows in grassland and rough rocky areas. It is often on limestone. It needs a sunny position and a well-drained soil. It suits hardiness zones 6-9.

Both the roots and leaves have a spicy taste. They are crushed and rubbed onto pork or lamb before cooking. It is also used to flavour soups, stews and vegetable dishes. The roots are cooked and eaten.

It can be grown from seed or by division.