Epazote, Jesuit's tea, Mexican-tea, Payqu, Mastruz, Herba sanctæ Mariæ

Epazote, Dysphania ambrosioides, is a pungent herb prominent in Mexican cuisine, lauded for aiding digestion and providing a bold, earthy flavor to dishes like beans, chili, and soups. With serrated leaves and antimicrobial properties, it is also valued for its traditional use in treating intestinal parasites.