Crepis neglecta
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCrepis neglecta is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It ranges from east-central to southeastern Europe and northwestern Turkey.
Description
A herb in the Asteraceae family found in Mediterranean climate regions. The young leaves are traditionally boiled in mixtures and dressed with olive oil.
Edible Uses
Young leaves are boiled in mixtures and dressed with olive oil.
Traditional Uses
The young leaves are boiled in mixtures and dressed with olive oil.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Italy, Mediterranean,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Cecureddazza, Fogghia duce
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
