Ambrosia artemisioides
Meyen et Walp.
Cadillo
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Description
An herb in the Asteraceae family found in subtropical regions. The leaves and seeds are both edible parts of the plant.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are used as flavoring, and an oil is extracted from the seeds.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are used as flavouring. An oil is extracted from the seeds.
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Known Hazards
Many plants in this genus cause hay fever and asthma.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Chile, South America,
Notes
Many plants in this genus cause hay fever and asthma.
References (2)
- Aldunate, C. et al, 1983, Ethnobotany of pre-Altiplanic Community in the Andes of Northern Chile. Economic Botany 37( ) p 120-134
- Kiple, K.F. & Ornelas, K.C., (eds), 2000, The Cambridge World History of Food. CUP p 1842
