Senecio leucanthemifolius subsp. vernalis
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Armenia, Caucasus, Iraq, Middle East, Turkey, Türkiye
How it is used for food
The young leaves and root are cooked and eaten. They are boiled and then fried.
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Leaves, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gyabzhar, Halevoruk, Mese cicegi, Umbuluk cicegi, Umuluk
Synonyms
Senecio euxinus Minderova; Senecio polycephalus Ledeb.; Senecio vernalis Waldst. & Kit.;