Wild Carrot
Daucus carota


Family Details and Description of Plant
Family Carrot Family     Umbelliferae
Habit of Plant Grows to 1m tall, hairy stem which is brached.
Flowers 3-7cm wide with a 'ruff' formed below, flower is ususally white. Often the central part has a dark red dot.
Occurance Common.
Location In most areas but not on mountains or moorlands.
Seasons Flowers June - August.


Wild Carrot plant.

Wild Carrot flower, note the central red dot.


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