The "carrot family," scientifically known as Apiaceae, includes a variety of plants, many of which are known for their edible roots, leaves, and seeds. This family features well-known vegetables like carrots, celery, and parsley. Members of the carrot family often have hollow stems and produce small flowers in umbrella-shaped clusters called umbels. In addition to culinary uses, some plants in the carrot family are valued for their medicinal properties. For example, coriander and fennel are commonly used in cooking and traditional medicine. The family is diverse, with over 3,000 species found worldwide, many of which thrive in temperate regions.