Roemeria hybrida

Family: Papaveraceae

What it is like

A poppy herb.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central Asia, Europe, Mediterranean, Spain, Tajikistan

How it is used for food

The young leaves and stems are eaten raw in salads or cooked in stews.

Edible parts

Leaves, stems, shoots

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Amapola morada, Babaol dulce

Synonyms

Chelidonium hybrida L.; and several others