Chondrilla juncea
L.
Naked weed, Skeleton weed
(c) Alexander Rumpel, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)
(c) Alexander Rumpel, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)
(c) Alexander Rumpel, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)
What to Eat
Edible parts: Leaves
The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. They have a pleasant, mild flavour and are a favoured wild salad green in France.
Known Hazards
Where to Find It
Afghanistan, Africa, Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Asia, Australia, Austria, Balkans, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Caucasus, Central Asia, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Europe, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Italy, Kazakhstan, Libya, Luxembourg, Mediterranean, Middle East, North Africa, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Siberia, Sicily, Slovenia, South America, Spain, Switzerland, Syria, Tasmania, Turkey, Türkiye, Ukraine, Yugoslavia,
How to Identify
A biennial or perennial herb reaching 1 meter tall, hardy to UK zone 7. It flowers from July to September with small yellow blooms pollinated by insects. The plant has both male and female organs. It grows well in light sandy and medium loamy soils that are well-drained, tolerating mildly acidic to basic pH. It requires full sun and adapts to dry or moist conditions.
Nutrition Score: 45/100
| Part | Moisture | kJ | kcal | Protein | Vit A | Vit C | Iron | Zinc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaves | 89.8 | 148 | 36 | 3.2 | — | 32 | 8.1 | 0.4 |
How to Grow
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. Judging by its native habitat it probably requires a very well drained light soil in a sunny position.
Propagation: Sow seed in early spring in a greenhouse, barely covering it. When seedlings are large enough to handle, prick them out into individual pots and grow on under glass for at least their first winter. Plant out into permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.
Medicinal Uses
The plant can be used as a stomachic.
Other Uses
No other uses are known for this plant.
Wikipedia
Source ↗Chondrilla juncea is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae known by a number of common names, including rush skeletonweed, gum succory, devil's grass, and nakedweed. The plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, but it is known throughout most temperate regions of the world as an introduced species which is usually considered a noxious weed.
Notes
The Tasmanian occurrence is a little uncertain.
Names & Synonyms
Ajenjera, Ajinjera, Ajonjera, Alijonjera, Balaguera, Baleo, Cengel sakizi, Cicoria, Citnik, Cutulidda, Gayeki benuste, Jattarulu, J'nstrodde, Karavuk, Like, Mastec, Sakizlik, Su porru, Talleras, Tavka, Zcevak
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