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Parsley-like flavour with a hint of Myrrh... In the Garden | Culinary | Fragrance | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
Chervil |
Top In the GardenAlso known as French Parsley, Growth Characteristics: - Biennial, Frost hardy,
- Height: ±60 cm; Spread: ±30 cm,
Cultivation: - Full sun to semi-shade; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - Pick fresh leaves throughout the year,
Companion Planting: - Vegetables: Plant with Carrots, Radish,
- Attracting Beneficial insects: Hoverfly, Wasp,
Top Culinary use- Use Fresh Chervil leaves and flowers with:
- Vegetables, Potatoes,
- Casseroles, Cheese, Eggs, Garnish, Herb Butters, Salads, Sauces, Soups,
- Chicken, Fish, Shellfish,
- French dishes. It is an essential ingredient of ravigote sauces and fines herbes ,
- The delicate anise flavour does not withstand drying or prolonged cooking; chervil is therefore usually added just before serving.
- Eat raw for additional vitamin C, carotene, iron and magnesium,
- Curried Vegetables with Rice and Feta
Top Fragrance- Use in an infusion or face mask to cleanse skin, maintain suppleness and discourage wrinkles,
Top Medicinal useChervil may be beneficial in the following cases: | General | - Topical for conjunctivitis, inflamed eyelids,
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| Respiratory System | - Alleviate chronic catarrh, Expectorant,
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| Cardiovascular System | |
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| Liver | - Jaundice, Liver complaints,
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| Digestive system | - Stimulate digestion, Indigestion,
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| Musculo / Skeletal System | |
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Preparation and dosage: TEA: - One cup, three times per day,
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