Cynara humilis
Cynara humilis L.
Cynara humilis, known as wild thistle, is a flowering plant in the genus Cynara, part of the Asteraceae family. It is native to Portugal, Spain, Morocco, Algeria, and Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands. The plant is used locally in the production of artisanal sheep and goat cheese as a coagulant.
Description
Cynara humilis is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is found in Portugal, Spain, Morocco, Algeria, and Gran Canaria. The plant is utilized in local cheesemaking practices for its coagulant properties in the production of artisanal sheep and goat cheese.
Distribution
Portugal Continental · Algeria · Canary Is. · Morocco · Portugal · Spain
Synonyms
Bourgaea humilis var. humilisCynara humilis var. humilisBourgaea humilis var. leucanthaCynara humilis var. wallianaCynara humilis var. reflexaCynara humilis var. leucanthaBourgaea humilis
