Narrowleaf pectis
Pectis angustifolia
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
An aromatic herb. It grows 25 cm tall. The crushed leaves have a lemon scent. The leaves are grass-like. They have a strong vein down the centre. The leaves are 7.5-12.5 cm long. The flower heads are bunched at the end of the branches. The flower heads are about 5 cm across. They have 8-10 short rays.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The leaves can be used for lemon tea. The young leaves are eaten raw or cooked and are also dried. They are used for a lemon seasoning for other foods.
Edible parts
Leaves, leaves - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Crownseed pectis