Spanish Name
Estragón
Scientific Name
Tagetes lucida
Category
Leafy greens & herbs
Perennial/Annual
Perennial
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Edible parts
Leaves
Recipes
Growth Type
HerbShurb
Usage
CulinaryMedicinalPollinator
Life Cycle
Secondary
Origin
Eurasia
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Fresh leaves chopped into salads, dressings, sauces. Classic in French cooking (béarnaise sauce, chicken, fish). Infused in vinegar or butter.
Nutritional Info
Source of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, manganese, and phytonutrients. Contains estragole (aromatic compound, gives flavor).
Medicinal Uses
Digestive aid, appetite stimulant. Mild sedative (tea used traditionally for sleep). Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Used for toothaches and as a mild pain reliever.
Planting Distance
30–60 cm (12–24″) between plants
Harvest Time
Harvest once the plant reaches about 6 inches (15 cm) tall, harvest in morning for peak aroma.
