Native species
34Species naturally occurring in Iraq — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
38Plants with edible parts documented in Iraq. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
13Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
4Non-native species established in Iraq. Some are valuable; some are invasive. Check each plant's notes.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in Iraq?
88 speciess — 34 native and 54 introduced. Of these, 88 are edible and 31 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Iraq?
Common edible species include Amaranthus campestris, Amaranthus dubius, Amaranthus graecizans, Amaranthus polygamus, Amaranthus polystachyus. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Iraq?
31 medicinal plants catalogued for Iraq, including Amaranthus graecizans, Azarole, Bulbous Buttercup, Catmint, Chinese Artichoke.
How is "native" vs "introduced" determined?
Status comes from TDWG botanical regions via Trefle. Native = naturally occurring there; introduced = brought in by humans, sometimes invasive. Both can be useful, but native species are typically the best fit for local conditions.
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