Tragopogon crocifolius
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It is like salsify but the leaves do not widen much at the base. The flower heads are violet with the centre yellow.
There are about 50 Tragopogon species.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows on grassy and stony habitats in the Mediterranean.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Egypt, Europe, France, Greece, Italy, Mediterranean, North Africa, Portugal, Sicily, Spain
How it is used for food
The leaves are eaten boiled in soups or raw in salads. They are seasoned with oil and salt.
Edible parts
Leaves, root