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Shilwih
Enarthrocarpus strangulatus

Family: Brassicaceae


What it is like

An annual herb.

There are about 6 Enarthrocarpus species.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean plant. It can grow in arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Egypt, Israel, Libya, Mediterranean, Middle East, North Africa, Sinai, Syria


How it is used for food

The leaves are cooked and eaten. They are also eaten raw.

Edible parts

Stems, leaves


How it is grown


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