Bracted verbena
Verbena bracteata
Family: Verbenaceae
What it is like
A branched plant that lies along the ground. It is 10-60 cm long. The leaves are 2-5 cm long. They are deeply divided into segments. There are long sterile bracts under the flowers.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in dry sandy sites. It grows in wasteland near sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Canada, China, North America
How it is used for food
The flowers and leaves are used as a tea substitute.
Edible parts
Seeds, leaves, flowers