Heterothalamus alienus
(Spreng.) Kuntze
Asteraceae Edible: Leaves - flavouring
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Description
A tropical herb in the Asteraceae family.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are used as a flavouring.
Medicinal Uses
The plant (part not specified) is aromatic, excitant and febrifuge. It is used in the treatment of any illnesses involving fevers or weakness.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Argentina, Brazil, South America,
Cultivation
A plant of subtropical to tropical areas.
Other Uses
A yellow dye is obtained from the plant. The branches are used for making brooms.
Synonyms
Baccharis aliena (Spreng.) Joch.Mull.Heterothalamus brunioides Less.Marshallia aliena Spreng.Marshallia brunoides Less.
References (2)
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 176 (As Heterothalamus brunoides)
- Uphof, 1968,
