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Bull nettle
Cnidoscolus texanus

Family: Euphorbiaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It has stinging hairs.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico, North America, USA


How it is used for food

The seeds once washed and winnowed can be eaten raw, or roasted or ground into flour.

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Mala mujer

Synonyms