Spanish oyster plant
nounDefinition of Spanish oyster plant
: a tall biennial golden thistle (Scolymus hispanicus) of southwestern Europe that is sometimes cultivated for its edible roots which resemble but are larger and milder than those of salsify, for its foliage which is eaten like that of the cardoon, and for its flowers which are used as a substitute for saffron
Comments on Spanish oyster plant
What made you want to look up Spanish oyster plant? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Name that Food Quiz
-
- Name these cookies!
Test your vocabulary with our 10-question quiz!
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Share Spanish oyster plant
Resources for Spanish oyster plant