The wild carrot grows all over the world and has a long taproot and lacy leaves. It is often white in color, slender, firm and woody in texture when older. Its taste nothing like the domestic orange carrots you normally consume. It is best to consume the wild carrot when it is young because after that, the center becomes very tough.

Interesting medicinal facts: · The wild carrot is an aromatic herb. It acts as a cleansing medicine for urinary stones, stimulates the flow of urine and removal of waste, and helps with flatulence. It supports the liver functions. An infusion of the leaves has been used to counter cystitis and kidney stones. A warm water infusion of the flowers has been used in the treatment of diabetes. The grated raw root is used as a remedy for threadworms. Carrot leaves contain porphyrins. This stimulates the pituitary gland thus releasing an increased level of sex hormones. Women’s Problems: Please use with caution. A tea made by the roots can cure menstrual problems. The root can also delay menstruation.  The seed is a traditional ‘morning after’ contraceptive. Carrot seeds can induce uterine contractions which may lead to abortions and should not be used by pregnant women.