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Spanish Salsify (Scolymus hispanicus) is a biennial or perennial forb/ herb that thrives in a variety of soil types, from light (sandy) to heavy (clay), with a preference for a neutral pH of 7.5–8. Spanish Salsify (Latin: Scolymus hispanicus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Spanish Salsify is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Spanish Salsify is a member native to ALB, ALG, AZO, BAL, BUL, and CNY. Spanish Salsify thrives in light to medium soil with a preference for sandy or clay textures, though it can adapt to various conditions.
Spanish Salsify grows best in USDA zone 6-9, 9/10 light, dry, moist water, and biennial, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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