The glabrous leaves are finely divided several times with filiform leaflets.

The flowers are yellow, arranged in small umbels with almost uniform rays (10–60).

The seeds and leaves contain an essential oil and the plant has a strong odor.

The essential oil contains the chemicals α-phellandrene, α-terpinolene, β-phellandrene, and dillapiol.

[2] The leaves can be eaten in its raw form or cooked,[3] and are used as an herb in the pickle industry.