Achillea ageratum Mace (Compositae)

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Achillea ageratum
Mace
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The Achillea ageratum plant species is found in Europe - Greece. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Mace. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. decolorans. Schrad. A. serrata.

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Latin Name:  Achillea ageratum
Common Name:  Mace
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  The origin of this plant is uncertain, it is possibly a hybrid, A. ptarmica x A. macrocephala[187].

Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked. The initial flavour is mild and pleasant, though it becomes stronger and aromatic when the leaves are chewed, and leaves a tingly sensation in the mouth[K]. They make an acceptable addition to mixed salads, the plant is very productive, though the leaves are rather small and fiddly to pick in quantity[K]. They are also used in soups, stews etc., and as a flavouring in potato salad etc[183]. The aromatic leaves are used as a tea substitute[183].

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