Tagetes lucida

Also called Mexican mint marigold, Texas tarragon was used medicinally and ritually by the Aztecs. It was linked to Tlaloc, their god of rain.

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Seasonality

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Description

Texas tarragon has narrow, pointed green leaves and is similar in scent and taste to tarragon with notes of anise and fennel. It produces small golden flowers similar in appearance to marigolds.

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Storage tips

Store Texas tarragon upright with the bottom third of the stems submerged in a cup of water on your counter. It can also be stored in the refrigerator wrapped in a paper towel and placed in a plastic bag.

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Culinary tips

• Use it in any recipe calling for French tarragon.
• You can use this herb fresh or dry it for later use in recipes or as an herbal tea.
• Texas tarragon pairs well with citrus, mint, chocolate, potatoes, mushrooms, eggs, and fish.
• Try adding some to your next batch of brownies or sprinkled on top of scrambled eggs.