What are the traditional uses of Pastinaca sativa?

Pastinaca sativa has 13 documented traditional uses in the Verdica ethnobotanical reference database. This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA.

What phytochemicals are found in Pastinaca sativa?

Pastinaca sativa contains 118 documented phytochemical compounds in the Verdica database.

Does Pastinaca sativa have herb-drug interactions?

Verdica documents 26 potential herb-drug interactions for Pastinaca sativa. Always consult a healthcare provider before using herbal preparations alongside any medication.

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Pastinaca sativa

Parsnip

Family: Apiaceae • Genus: Pastinaca • Region: Albania, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, France (incl. Corsica), Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy (incl. Sardinia, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation (Dagestan), Russian Federation (European part), Russian Federation-Ciscaucasia (Ciscaucasia), Russian Federation-Western Siberia (Western Siberia) EUROPE: Denmark, Serbia, Sicily), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, TEMPERATE ASIA: Turkey, Ukraine (Krym), United Kingdom, United States

Summary: Pastinaca sativa (Parsnip) is a plant in the Apiaceae family. Verdica documents 13 traditional uses, 118 phytochemical compounds, and 26 herb-drug interactions for this species.

Traditional Uses

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Phytochemicals

Herb-Drug Interactions

Edibility Records

Pet Toxicity Records

About Pastinaca sativa

Pastinaca sativa is a species in the Apiaceae family.

Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun to partial shade
Watering	Regular — consistent moisture, especially for root crops
Soil	Deep, loose, well-drained, fertile
Hardiness Zone	USDA 3-10; many are cool-season herbs

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Disclaimer: The statements on this page regarding traditional uses of plants have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional use information is presented for educational and historical reference purposes only, reflecting documented ethnobotanical practices. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal preparation, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have any medical condition. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.

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