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Shepherd's purse Capsella bursa-pastoris
Capsella bursa-pastoris Sturm23
Shepherd's purse Capsella bursa-pastoris

Shepherd's purse

Αγριοκαρδαμούδα

Çobançantası

Scientific Name: Capsella bursa-pastoris

other names: Καψέλλα

AVAILABLE: DEC-APR

EDIBLE PARTS:

Description

  • lobed deeply idented margins -to-pinnatisect deep opposite lobing leaves, similar to Dandelion, forming a rosette leaflets in tight circular rings above the central taproot
  • small white flowers form in clusters
  • heart-shaped seed pods, which resemble tiny purses

preparation

  1. pick tender leaves raw for salad
  2. the leaves have a mild, slightly peppery flavour, similar to cabbage or rocket
  3. extract the juice for a healthy drink
  4. steam, boil or add to a stir-fry
  5. steep a handful of fresh or dried leaves in hot water for tea

extra info

The Vourka bag used by goatherds and shepherds is a similar shape to the seed pods

Also available in

November

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