African Lettuce (Lactuca Inermis) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lactuca inermis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula, known for its variable height and use as a leafy vegetable.