This hairy little plant with 5 pointy petals is native to the Mediterranean region and is both edible and medicinal
Flowers and young leaves of this plant have been added to salads and soups since ancient times. Modern analysis finds the seed oil to contain GLA, an anti-inflammatory. The plant is also used to treat rashes and a variety of other ailments (see the learning links for details).
I have been looking for this species in the wild here in St. Clair County, Michigan, USA – but have not had any luck so far. As the link above states, it was collected here FIRST in 1903. That’s over 120 years it’s had to spread out… wish me luck! :wink:
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