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Lactuca inermis
Species of plant From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Lactuca inermis is a species of wild lettuce native to sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian peninsula.[2] A pioneer species often found in disturbed areas, it is of variable height, from very short (5 cm) to quite tall (240 cm) and woody. Local people consume its young leaves, perhaps with a light boiling, as a salad green or vegetable.[3]
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Varieties
Two varieties are currently accepted:[2]
- Lactuca inermis var. inermis
- Lactuca inermis var. myriocephala (Dethier) Lawalrée
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