Chenopodium ambrosioides (Epazote) 100 Seeds

Description

Now known as Dysphania ambrosioides and commonly known as Epazote, this annual or short-lived perennial herb grows to 1.2m in height. It is native to Central America, South America, and southern Mexico. As well as in its native areas, it is grown in warm temperate to subtropical areas of Europe and the United States.

Used as a flavouring for Yerba Mate. It has a strong, unique flavour, and can also be used in cooking. Although it is traditionally used with black beans for flavour and its antiflatulent properties, it is also sometimes used to flavour other traditional Mexican dishes.

This species is believed to prevent flatulence caused by eating beans and is often used to season them, and is also used to treat amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, malaria, chorea, hysteria, catarrh and asthma.

Common Name: Wormseed, Jesuit’s Tea, Mexican Tea, Paico; Jerusalem Tea; Spanish Tea; Herba Sancti Marie.

Botanical Synonym: Ambrina ambrosioides; A. parvula; A. spathulata; Atriplex ambrosioides; Blitum ambrosioides; Chenopodium anthelminticum; C. integrifolium; C. spathulatum; C. suffruticosum.

Germination Tips: Epazote should be sowed just below the surface. Keep the soil moist, but not wet, and leave in a warm spot. Seeds should germinate in around 2-3 weeks. Water young plants regularly until established. Once mature, it’s drought-tolerant—water only during prolonged dry spells. Frost resistant. Prefers light, well drained soils in an open sunny position.

Our Guarantee

We personally count every seed packet to ensure it contains at least the specified number of seeds. However, mistakes can happen, so please reach out if you notice any inconsistencies.

These seeds are believed to meet the standard viability percentage for their species, sourced either from our own SAB nursery or from reputable, trusted breeders.

Do not hesitate to contact us for up-to-date germination rates or for a germination test to be conducted.

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*Traditional uses and general information on products are provided for educational purposes only. We do not make any therapeutic claims. Nothing contained in this site is intended to be used as medical advice and it is not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes or as a substitute for your own health professional’s advice.