{"product_id":"epazote-seeds-organic-urvaks","title":"Epazote Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEpazote \u003cem\u003e(Dysphania ambrosioides, formerly Chenopodium ambrosioides)\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as Mexican tea or wormseed, is a unique perennial herb native to Central and South America. This aromatic, wormwood-like plant has been a staple in traditional Mexican and Central American cooking for centuries. Known for its bold, pungent flavor, organic epazote is prized for enhancing bean dishes, especially black beans, and is traditionally believed to help reduce gas-causing compounds during cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEpazote (wormseed) was formerly classified as Chenopodium ambrosioides, but is now correctly identified as Dysphania ambrosioides based on updated botanical taxonomy. Both names refer to the same plant.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDysphania ambrosioides\u003c\/em\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eTender perennial (often grown as annual in colder zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant prefers sandy or well-drained soil and tolerates poor or disturbed soils\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strew seeds on the soil surface and keep moist; do not cover seeds as they require light to germinate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 7 days\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing: \u003c\/strong\u003e12–24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight at Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003eUp to 4 feet tall\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Seeds per Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, epazote is a low-maintenance herb that can self-seed, providing a recurring harvest of fresh leaves season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eEssential in traditional Mexican soups, stews, quesadillas, and other dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly added to bean dishes, especially black beans, to enhance flavor and aid digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUse sparingly — its strong, resinous taste means a little goes a long way\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBest harvested for cooking when using fresh leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Epazote?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAn authentic addition to cultural and traditional Central and South American herb gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGrows well in poor soils, thrives in full sun, and resists drought\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for gardeners looking to cultivate unique heirloom herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBrings distinctive flavor not easily replaced by other herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhile epazote has a long history of traditional use, this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking for Epazote Seeds for Sale?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOur organic epazote seeds are a reliable choice for gardeners and chefs seeking to grow authentic, flavorful epazote at home. Explore more organic and culturally significant herbs in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/collections\/strictly-medicinal-seeds\"\u003eStrictly Medicinal Seeds Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate Seeds per Pack: 300\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own organic epazote and add a true taste of traditional Mexican and Central American heritage to your kitchen and garden! Take advantage of our current epazote offer to grow your own fresh, flavorful organic epazote at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhoto by Forest and Kim Starr\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strictly Medicinal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49535714361572,"sku":"SNV7057","price":0.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/0290\/0196\/files\/snv7057-web_1.jpg?v=1785401871","url":"https:\/\/groworganics.shop\/products\/epazote-seeds-organic-urvaks","provider":"Westbridge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}