Euphorbia hypericifolia
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 15-30 cm tall. The leaves are narrowly oblong and 1-2.5 cm long by 4-8 mm wide. They are light green underneath.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Argentina, Asia, Central America, China, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, North America, Pakistan, South Africa, Southern Africa, USA, West Indies
How it is used for food
The leaves are used as a flavouring and preservative.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring