Carduus macracanthus

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb. It is a thistle.

There are about 90 Carduus species. Probably edible.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

How it is grown

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