Daucus carota

This is the curious and delightful wild carrot that can, at a distance, be mistaken for the wild <i>Achille millefolium</i>. It has a dainty flat flower head composed of many tiny flowers. As the seeds develop the surrounding rays stand up and fold over the heart of the stalk, having the appearance of a small cage. The plant is variable in form and is found in North West Europe. It grows naturally in southern and central England especially in sandy places, often near the sea. It reaches around 60cm (2ft) height with 40cm (16in) spread.