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Giant Sumpweed (Iva xanthifolia)
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)
An annual herb native to North America. It has been introduced to Western Asia and Central and Eastern Europe, where it is invasive.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Leaves
Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring
Flavor & Culinary Uses
None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.
Habitat & North American Range
Not known. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)