Heterothalamus alienus

(Spreng.) Kuntze

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What to Eat

Edible parts: Leaves - flavouring

The leaves are used as a flavouring.

It is a tropical plant.

Argentina, Brazil, South America,

Countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Paraguay, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela

A tropical herb in the Asteraceae family.

A plant of subtropical to tropical areas.

The plant (part not specified) is aromatic, excitant and febrifuge. It is used in the treatment of any illnesses involving fevers or weakness.

A yellow dye is obtained from the plant. The branches are used for making brooms.

Names & 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,