Are Arracacia Xanthorrhiza and Centella Asiatica in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Arracacia Xanthorrhiza for Centella Asiatica?

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

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Arracacia Xanthorrhiza vs Centella Asiatica

Arracacia xanthorrhiza · Centella asiatica

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.

Centella Asiatica

Centella asiatica

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Centella
Primary use: medicinal

Centella asiatica, commonly known as Indian pennywort, Asiatic pennywort, spadeleaf, coinwort or gotu kola, is a herbaceous, perennial plant in the flowering plant family Apiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and islands in the western Pacific Oce…

At a glance

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