What is Sham?
Sham, scientifically known as Chaerophyllum tuberosum, is a biennial plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. Sham (Latin: Chaerophyllum tuberosum, family Apiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
What is Sham? — PlantSage
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What is Sham
— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Sham (Chaerophyllum tuberosum). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Is Sham safe to eat?
Sham is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Where does Sham grow?
Sham is a member of the Apiaceae family native to AFG, IRN, IRQ, KGZ, PAK, and TZK. Sham thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Can I grow Sham at home?
Sham grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and biennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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