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Prickly Lettuce (Lactuca serriola) is a biennial forb or herb that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and is native to regions including Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, and parts of Europe and Asia. Prickly Lettuce (Latin: Lactuca serriola) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Prickly Lettuce is most often used to support better sleep and stress & anxiety. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Prickly Lettuce is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Prickly Lettuce is a member native to AFG, ALB, ALG, ALT, AUT, and AZO. Prickly Lettuce thrives in light to moderately moist conditions and prefers well-draining soils that are neutral or slightly alkaline (pH 7-7.5).
Prickly Lettuce grows best in USDA zone 6-9, 7/10 light, moist water, and biennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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