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Cadillo
Ambrosia artemisioides

Family: Asteraceae


What it is like

A herb.

Many plants in this genus cause hay fever and asthma.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Chile, South America


How it is used for food

The leaves are used as flavouring. An oil is extracted from the seeds.

Edible parts

Leaves, seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

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