Ixeris denticulata

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

An erect herb. It has milky sap. It grows 20-80 cm high. The stems are 2-4 mm across. The lower section is woody. The leaves do not have stalks. The leaves near the base are in a ring. They are 5-16 cm long by 2-4 cm wide. There are shallow lobes along the side.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It is native to eastern Asia. It is common on exposed hillsides.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China

How it is used for food

The young plant is used as a potherb.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Youngia denticulata (Houttuyn) Kitamura;