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Wild Mountain Tea ~ Undulate Fleabane

Pulicaria incisa

Photo by Bernadette S
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Description:

A common plant in the Sinai desert after rains. The shape of the young plants often reminds us of Christmas trees. Very fragrant. Leaves can be steeped and make a delicious infusion, hence the "Wild Mountain Tea" local name.

Habitat:

spotted in a coastal desert wadi in Nabq Protected Area

Reference Links:

Wild Tea - Pulicaria incisa - Overview, Pulicaria incisa (Lam.) DC. | Flora of Israel Online

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PublishedFebruary 13, 2016

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