Cuchion azorella
Azorella selago
Family: Apiaceae
What it is like
A herb which forms a cushion or hummock. It is dense and dark green. It develops woody stems with age. It grows 5-10 cm high and spreads 10-30 cm wide. The leaves are 2-5 mm long by 4-6 mm wide. The flowers are pale pink. The fruit are 2 mm long by 1 mm wide. They are oblong.
There are about 70 Azorella species.
Where it is found
It grows in subantarctic locations. It needs shade from hot summer sun. In Argentina it grows from sea level to 1,000 m above sea level. It suits hardiness zones 7-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Australia, Chile, Falkland Islands, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Root