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Mexican Tarragon is a PERENNIAL growing to 80cm with an upright to bushy habit with many unbranching stems. Leaves are linear, shiny green and anise-tarragon scented.
Clusters of small golden yellow flower heads on the ends of the stems appear in late summer.
Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Can grow in heavy clay soil.
Leaves have an anise-like flavour and are used as a Tarragon substitute.
Dried leaves and flowering tops are brewed into a herb tea. Flower petals are used as a condiment.
The plant has some traditional medicinal uses and is also a dye plant, insect repellent and companion plant.
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| Latin Name | (Tagetes lucida) |
