Dittrichia graveolens
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It has a strong smell. It grows 20-130 cm tall. The leaves are narrow and 3-7 cm long by 1-3 mm wide. There can be teeth along the edge. They taper to the tip.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Australia, Europe, Italy, Mediterranean, South Africa, Southern Africa, Spain, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The leaves are used as a drink to preserve grapes.
Edible parts
Leaves - drink
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Herba matapulgas, Herba pansera