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Picris comosa

(Boiss.) P. D. Jackson

Asteraceae Edible: Leaves

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Description

A Mediterranean herb in the daisy family (Asteraceae).

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Edible Uses

The basal leaves are stewed.

Traditional Uses

The leaves at the base are stewed.

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Distribution

It is a Mediterranean plant.

Where It Grows

Europe, Spain,

Synonyms

Helminthia comosa Boiss.

Also Known As

Lenguaza fina

References (1)

  • Tardio, J., et al, 2006, Ethnobotanical review of wild edible plants in Spain. Botanical J. Linnean Soc. 152, 27-71

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