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Smooth Sow Thistle
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Taken at Musselburgh on 27th July 2016 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode.
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| Smooth Sow Thistle |
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Sonchus oleraceus. Asterales. Asteraceae. Erect annual herb Hare's colwort, hare's thistle, milky tassel, swinies. |
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Prefers full sun, and can tolerate most soil conditions. Found mostly on disturbed soil Once considered winter dominant, now it is found all year round. 30-110cm high with hollow stems, exuding latex if damaged. Leaves are eaten as salad greens or cooked like spinach. This is one of the species used in Chinese cuisine. Blanching or boiling removes bitter flavour. |