Papaloquelite
Porophyllum ruderale subsp. macrocephalum
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
Plants can be 2 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. A warm weather annual. It needs full sun and a well-drained, sandy soil.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Mexico, North America
How it is used for food
Used for seasoning. The leaves are eaten with tortillas.
Leaves are sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
It is grown from seed.
It is best to harvest leaves while plants are young.
Its other names
Local names
Mithith, Papaloquelite