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What Is a Chia Plant?
What Is a Chia Plant?. The chia plant is an annual that is associated with the mint species. This herb can grow up to 18 inches in height and has square stalks with long green leaves that can grow to 4 inches in length. This plant is also known as chia sage.
The chia plant is an annual that is associated with the mint species. This herb can grow up to 18 inches in height and has square stalks with long green leaves that can grow to 4 inches in length. This plant is also known as chia sage.
Identification
The chia plant has little dark blue and purple clusters of flowers. They bloom from early spring through June. When they are past their blooming period, tiny seeds are exposed.
Location
The chia plant can be found in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.
Health Benefits
Chia plant seeds can be eaten and are beneficial to your health, offering vitamin C, iron, omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, calcium and antioxidants. These seeds promote hydration, assist in weight loss and help build endurance. Chia seeds can be eaten alone or added to your favorite foods.
Growing
Chia plants do well grown in total sunlight and sandy soil that is sufficiently drained.
Fun Fact
You can buy plant containers that are shaped like various humans or animals called Chia Pets. Chia plant seeds are grown in these containers and then made to look like hair or fur. These plant containers are fun novelty items that can be purchased in many stores.
