Silene vulgaris

© Michael H. Lemmer

Silene vulgaris

Common name:
Bladder Campion

Local name:
Ecibücü, Mendek, Tavukayağı

Country:
Turkey

Food Group(s):
Leafy vegetable

Part of plant/stage of process:
leaves, raw

Tender, immature leaves of bladder campion can be eaten raw in salads. Older leaves are usually boiled or sautéed, or added to stews, soups, and omelets.