— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Sham (Chaerophyllum tuberosum). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Sham, scientifically known as Chaerophyllum tuberosum, is a biennial plant native to regions including Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Kirgizstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Transcaucasus. Sham (Latin: Chaerophyllum tuberosum, family Apiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
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.
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).
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.
Occasional email when substantial new content lands — plant profiles, seasonal growing notes, folk-remedy additions. Free, no tracking, unsubscribe anytime.
