Epazote, Mexican Tea Chenopodium ambrosiodes Chenopodiaceae
Form: Herb Seasonality: Perennial often grown as an annual Size: 16 inches tall Leaves; 5 inches long, lance shaped, serrated edges Flowers: Greenish and insignificant Fruit: Seed in a leathery 1 seeded capsule Stems: Strongly scented Range/Origin: Tropical Americas Hardiness: Sunset Zones 8,9, H-24; Comments: Low Litter, No thorns, Edible, used in flavor Mexican dishes CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS: Exposure: Full sun Water: Moderate Soil: Any, well drained, salt tolerant Propagation: Seed Maintenance: Minimal
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