Rough hawkbit, Radicchio di campo
Leontodon hispidus
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. The stems are not branched and they are 60 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Armenia, Balkans, Britain, Bulgaria, Caucasus, Europe, Falklands, Iran, Italy, Luxembourg, Mediterranean, Middle East, Slovenia, Spain
How it is used for food
The leaves are used in soups. The young leaves are used in salads. The roasted roots are used as a coffee substitute.
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Leaves, root - coffee
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Arytsatam, Ciquaredde, Navadni otavčič, Radika, Zhultitsa