Lactuca serriola, commonly known as prickly lettuce, is a plant you’ve probably seen in fields, by roadsides, or even in your backyard. Often dismissed as a mere weed, this unassuming plant is a treasure trove of medicinal and nutritional benefits. With a rich history of use in traditional medicine and a wide range of practical applications, prickly lettuce deserves much more attention than it gets. Here’s why you should embrace this natural powerhouse.
Lactuca serriola, commonly known as prickly lettuce, is a plant you’ve probably seen in fields, by roadsides, or even in your backyard. Often dismissed as a mere weed, this unassuming plant is a treasure trove of medicinal and nutritional benefits. With a rich history of use in traditional medicine and a wide range of practical applications, prickly lettuce deserves much more attention than it gets. Here’s why you should embrace this natural powerhouse.
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