Carlina lanata
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCarlina lanata is a species of plant in the family Asteraceae.
Description
A thistle herb in the Asteraceae family found in Mediterranean climate regions.
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Edible Uses
The young leaves are boiled in mixtures, used in omelettes, and stir-fried.
Traditional Uses
The young leaves are boiled in mixtures. They are also used in omelettes and stir fried.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Italy, Mediterranean,
Synonyms
Carlina pola Hacq.Chromatolepis lanata Dulac.and others
References (1)
- Biscotti, N. et al, 2018, The traditional food use of wild vegetables in Apulia (Italy) in the light of Italian ethnobotanical literature. Italian Botanist 5:1-24
