Water
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for established plants.
Also known as Beaked Parsley · Bur Parsley · Burr Chervil
Bur Chervil (Anthriscus caucalis) is an annual herb in the Apiaceae family, often found as a weed in disturbed soils and along roadsides.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 10-20°C.
Low
25% intensity
Not typically required.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for established plants.
Prune after flowering to prevent self-seeding, as it can become weedy. Remove any dead or damaged foliage throughout the growing season. Pinching back young plants can encourage bushier growth.
Propagated by seeds sown directly outdoors in early spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by root cuttings taken in late winter. It readily self-seeds.
Repotting is rarely necessary as Bur Chervil is typically grown as an annual or biennial and is often direct-sown. If grown in a container and needing relocation, do so in early spring before active growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bur Chervil (Anthriscus caucalis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Anthriscus |
| Species | Anthriscus caucalis |
Similar in genus Anthriscus
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