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Chia
Salvia potus

Family: Lamiaceae


What it is like

A herb.

There are about 900 Salvia species.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Mexico (country/location of origin), North America


How it is used for food

It is used to make a drink.

Edible parts

Leaves, oil


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Salvia chia Fernald nom. illeg.;