Navajo Tea
Thelesperma subnudum
The genus Thelesperma is in the cosmos tribe within the sunflower family. Members of this genus are commonly used by several southwestern Native American tribes as an herbal tea. One species commonly used in Navajo tea – Thelesperma subnudum – is easily confused with similar looking plants. Unfortunately, this can have deadly consequences. Extreme care should always be used when foraging for food. Try nothing unless you are positive of its identity.