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Salvia hispanicaSalvia hispanica

Chia

In Stock: 4.683 lb (Total:4.683lb)

Salvia hispanica

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4.68 lb

Details

Germination:

90%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

309,972

Quantity:

4.68 lb

Collected in:

California

Crop year:

2021

Min. hardiness zone:

9

Item ID:

1830748

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Salvia hispanica, commonly known as Chia, is a flowering plant native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. This plant was a staple food of the Aztecs and continues to be popular today, especially for its high nutrient content. Chia seeds are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and complex carbohydrates. They can be consumed raw, made into a gelatin-like substance, used as a topping or ingredient in various foods, or prepared as a gruel or pudding. Even the sprouted seeds can be added to salads, soups, and stews. Chia seeds also have gelatinous, moisture-retaining qualities that make them useful in baking. Soaked seeds are used to prepare a cooling drink known as Chia fresca, which is a popular regional drink in Mexico. Chia seeds are prized for their unique nutritional qualities and have been approved as a novel food in the European Union.