Cat's-ear
| Latin Name: | Hypochaeris radicata |
| Manx Name: | Cleaysh-chiyt |
| Season: | June - September |
| Locations where this species is found: | |
| Bradda Head Ayres | |
One of many similar-looking yellow flowers, Cat's-ear is one of the most common on the island. The most common similar-looking plants are Dandelions, Mouse-Ear Hawkweed and Smooth Hawk's-Beard.
Cat's-ear is a common sight all over the island. It is edible much like Dandelions, and its roots can be roasted to make a coffee substitute. It may be toxic to horses in large quantities.
The Manx name for this plant is "Cleaysh-chiyt".
Cat's-ear is a common sight all over the island. It is edible much like Dandelions, and its roots can be roasted to make a coffee substitute. It may be toxic to horses in large quantities.
The Manx name for this plant is "Cleaysh-chiyt".
