Onopordum nervosum
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It takes 2 years to complete its lifecycle. The leaves do not have stalks but have spines. There are several flowers.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 1,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Argentina, Europe, Mediterranean (country/location of origin), North Africa, South America, Spain, Tunisia
How it is used for food
The stems are eaten raw. The basal leaves are peeled and used in stews.
Edible parts
Stem, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Bok