Baccharis pulchella

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb. The leaves have teeth along the edge. The flowers are at the top and are white flower heads.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 2,600-2,700 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, South America

How it is used for food

The plant is used to make a drink.

Edible parts

Leaves, plant

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Baccharis multiflosculosa Heering; Neomolina pulchella (Sch.Bip. ex Grisbe.) F. H. Hellw.; and others