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Atraphaxis spinosa, commonly known as spiny atraphaxis, is a member of the family Asteraceae and can be found in various regions including Afghanistan, East European Russia, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kirgizstan, Lebanon-Syria, Mongolia, and other parts of Central Asia. Atraphaxis spinosa (Latin: Atraphaxis spinosa) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Atraphaxis spinosa is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Atraphaxis spinosa is a member native to AFG, RUE, EGY, IRN, KAZ, and KGZ. Atraphaxis spinosa thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-draining sandy soils.
Atraphaxis spinosa grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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