Native species
14Species naturally occurring in Mongolia — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
50Plants with edible parts documented in Mongolia. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
21Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
36Non-native species established in Mongolia. Some are valuable; some are invasive. Check each plant's notes.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in Mongolia?
72 speciess — 36 native and 36 introduced. Of these, 72 are edible and 35 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Mongolia?
Common edible species include Alpine Sweetvetch, Amaranthus campestris, Barnyard Millet, bastard speedwell, Bridewort. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Mongolia?
35 medicinal plants catalogued for Mongolia, including bastard speedwell, Chinese Artichoke, Common Vetch, Gold Of Pleasure, Hairy rockcress.
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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