Ilam Al-Fayliah: The "Ka'ab" plant is on the verge of extinction

Shafaq News/ In the heart of the mountainous nature of Ilam Province, where wild herbs intertwine with a long history of traditional eating habits, the Gundelia plant is facing extinction after years of overharvesting and overconsumption that have transformed it from a natural treasure into a threatened resource. The thick-stemmed thorny plant, which has long been a staple in Kurdish village kitchens during the spring season, is now a victim of …