What's the name of this rather large wild flower? Thanks

PeterJarvis

Dovefromabove

Think that’s Bristly Ox-tongue … Picris echiodes. 

PeterJarvis

Dovefromabove said:

Think that’s Bristly Ox-tongue. 

What a brilliant name. Thank you.

Dovefromabove

It is a fabulous and very apt name isn’t it. I love it 😊 

PeterJarvis

Dovefromabove said:

Think that’s Bristly Ox-tongue … Picris echiodes. 

Is it good for anything - environmental?

Dovefromabove

Bees and hoverflies 
https://diversegardens.co.uk/wildflowers/wildflower-gallery/bristly-ox-tongue/ 

It’s also edible … according to the foraging sites … but I’ve not tried it. 😊