Garden pincushion
Scabiosa atropurpurea
Family: Caprifoliaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Europe, Spain, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The flowering parts are used for tea.
Edible parts
Flowers - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Escabiosa
Synonyms
Scabiosa maritima L.; and several others