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Notes
Edible parts of Daucus carota include the root, flowers, seeds & leaves. Root and Taproot are used interchangeably for this species. The fruit of Daucus caorota is oval, flattened with short styles, hooked spines & is small, dry & bumpy with protective hairs surrounding it.
Cautions
Leaves of Daucus carota (wild carrot) may cause phytophotodermatitis, a cutaneous phototoxic inflammatory reaction after contact with a light-sensitizing botanical agent followed by exposure to ultraviolet light. Symptoms include erythema, edema, blisters (vesicles and/or bullae) & delayed hyperpigmentation.