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Youngia chelidonifolia

Kitam.

Asteraceae Edible: Flowers, Leaves

Description

A temperate herb in the Asteraceae family with edible flowers and leaves.

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Edible Uses

Both the flowers and leaves are edible when cooked.

Medicinal Uses

None known.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Japan, Korea, Manchuria,

Propagation

Sow seed in middle to late spring directly in situ. If seed is limited, sow in a cold frame in April and plant out in late spring.

Other Uses

None known.

References (1)

  • Plants for a Future database, The Field, Penpol, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0NG, UK. http://www.scs.leeds.ac.uk/pfaf/

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