It is also called "farfaro" or "farfaraccio" and
it is very easy to recognise it because of its big leaves. It grows in
shady and humid places, and especially near streams.
Use The softest shoots can be boiled and dressed with oil and lemon.
or they can be used to prepare minestroni. Once people thought this
plant was able to cure ringworm.
Picture and text of Tebaldo Lorini Translated by Gianna Toni