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Tassel Flower, scientifically known as Emilia coccinea and belonging to the Asteraceae or Compositae family, is an annual forb or herb that thrives across a wide range of environments from Africa and Asia to the Americas. Tassel Flower (Latin: Emilia coccinea) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Tassel Flower is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Tassel Flower is a member native to ANG, BO, BUR, CMN, CAF, and CHA. Tassel Flower thrives in full sun and prefers well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Tassel Flower grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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