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Mexican tarragon is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America that grows 45–75 cm tall with cheerful yellow composite flowers appearing in late spring and early fall. It has linear to oblong, shiny medium green leaves about 7.5 cm long with a tarragon-like scent with hints of anise, and is commonly used as a tarragon substitute in culinary applications and traditional herbal tea.
A fellow Asteraceae — similar growing habits to Mexican tarragon
Water: Medium · Height: 60 cm · Soil: Light well-drained soils; tolerates most soil types including clay; cannot grow in full shade