👉 Parsnip (Lepidium sativum), also known as leek, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a tubular, white bulbous root system that grows up to 10 feet tall, with a rhizome that can grow up to 3 feet long. The bulbs are edible and have a sweet, nutty flavor. The term "lepidoidei" refers to the leek family of plants, which includes many
