Kingdom Plantae Family Lamiaceae Rank Species | Order Lamiales Genus Hedeoma | |
Similar Hedeoma drummondii, Hedeoma, Lippia graveolens, Lippia | ||
Hedeoma patens (common name, oregano chiquito) is a small herb in the genus Hedeoma, family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mexican states of Chihuahua and Coahuila.
Uses
The plant is highly aromatic. It is used by natives of northwestern Mexico to flavor various food items, especially beans.
References
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