Are Arracacia Xanthorrhiza and Sium Sisarum in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Arracacia Xanthorrhiza for Sium Sisarum?

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

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Arracacia Xanthorrhiza vs Sium Sisarum

Arracacia xanthorrhiza · Sium sisarum

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.

Sium Sisarum

Sium sisarum

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Sium
Primary use: medicinal

Sium sisarum, commonly known as skirret, is a perennial plant of the family Apiaceae in the same family as carrots and parsnip. Skirret is grown as a root vegetable. The English name skirret is derived from the Middle English 'skirwhit' or 'skirwort', meaning 'white root'. In Sco…

At a glance

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