Tag: Cat s ear

According to botanists, many plants share the same family (Asteraceae) with dandelions, which is why several different vegetables and wild edibles can appear remarkably similar. The most common vegetable that looks like a dandelion is chicory, though others like cat's ear and wild lettuce also share this resemblance. Learning to tell the difference is key for foragers and gardeners alike.

While many see it as a nuisance weed, the truth is that all parts of the flatweed plant (*Hypochaeris radicata*) are edible for humans, with a nutritional profile similar to its relative, the dandelion. However, proper identification is crucial before harvesting this and other wild edibles for your nutrition diet.