Chervil is an Annual herb that is closely related to Parsley. Its fragrance is reminiscent of Anise. It's leaves are light green and it's flowers are white. It can be grown indoors if care is taken to give it enough room in the pot. It prefers partial shade and self-sows readily.
Chervil can be used in flavored vinegars, and chopped for use in sauces, soups, stews, salads and vegetables. It can also be mixed with cheeses and butter, and can add flavor to chicken, fish, and egg dishes.
Chervil can be used fresh or dried. If grown from seed, plant in it's permanent location. This herb does not transplant well.
Chervil in Magic & Superstition
I can currently find little mention of Chervil in literature related to magic or superstition, other than it is supposed to symbolize new life. If you have any further information on this herb, e-mail me and I will credit you on this page.
Medicinal Uses of Chervil
Chervil has been used in the past as a diuretic, expectorant, digestive aid, and skin freshener. It was also thought to relieve symptoms of eczema, gout, kidney stones, and pleurisy. It is most widely known as a remedy for high blood pressure today. Make a tea, keeping a tight cover on the cup or pot to trap the volatile oils. The leaves can also be dried and pulverized into a powder to be used in Capsule form. This tea can also be used as an eye wash by saturating a cotton ball and placing it over the closed eye for 10 minutes.
Tender, young Chervil leaves have been used in spring tonics throughout history. A combination of Dandelion, Watercress, and Chervil are still recommended today for rejuvenation of the blood and body after a long winter.
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