Are Arracacia Xanthorrhiza and Eryngium Foetidum in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Arracacia Xanthorrhiza for Eryngium Foetidum?

They share the Apiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Arracacia Xanthorrhiza vs Eryngium Foetidum

Arracacia xanthorrhiza · Eryngium foetidum

Arracacia Xanthorrhiza

Arracacia xanthorrhiza

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Arracacia
Primary use: medicinal

Arracacia xanthorrhiza is a root vegetable which originates in the Andes. Its starchy taproot is a major commercial crop and a popular food item across South America.

Eryngium Foetidum

Eryngium foetidum

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Eryngium
Primary use: medicinal

Eryngium foetidum is a tropical perennial herb in the family Apiaceae. Common names include culantro, cimarrón, recao, chardon béni (Martinique), Mexican coriander, samat, ban dhaniya, wide coriander, Burmese coriander, sawtooth coriander, Shadow Beni, and ngò gaicode: vie promot…

At a glance

· Both in Apiaceae, but different genera (Arracacia vs Eryngium).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Arracacia Xanthorrhiza: T; Eryngium Foetidum: T.