Salsola collina

Salsola collina, commonly known as Russian thistle or tumbleweed, is an annual plant native to regions including Afghanistan, Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, China North-Central, and other parts of Central Asia and East Asia. This hardy plant thrives in full sun and can tolerate both dry and moist conditions, thriving in light (sandy) or medium soil types. Standing up to 1 meter tall, Salsola collina is known for its ornamental value as well as its edible leaves, which are often used in various culinary applications. Its distinctive feature lies in its ability to form tumbleweeds, rolling across the landscape when mature and seed-bearing.