Onopordum macracanthum

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Europe, Spain

How it is used for food

The flowers are used to curdle milk. The lower leaves and stem are peeled and used in stews.

Edible parts

Stems, leaves, flowers

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Atoba, Cardoncha

Synonyms

Onopordum abbreviatum var. viride (Rouy) Maire; and others