Carduus tomentosus
Gililb.
Asteraceae Edible: Root - starch
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Description
A thistle herb in the Asteraceae family found in temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
It is an edible plant.
Traditional Uses
Root used as famine food after boiling in water.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, France,
Notes
There are about 90 Carduus species.
References (2)
- Famine foods
- PARMENTIER
