Carlina acanthifolia subsp. cynara
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A thistle. It is a herb.
Where it is found
It grows in a Mediterranean climate.
Countries/locations it is found in
Europe, Mediterranean, Spain
How it is used for food
The young flowers are eaten raw as a snack.
Edible parts
Flowers
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Carlina