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Chilocayote
Cunila pycnantha

Family: Lamiaceae


What it is like

A herb.

There are about 15 Cunila species.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Mexico, North America


How it is used for food

Used as tea. The leaves are eaten as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves, leaves - tea


How it is grown


Its other names

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