What is "cardo_santo" called in Mexico?

In Mexico, this plant is called:

Chicalote

Local name

Scientific name (verification):

Argemone mexicana

Limited data

This plant is partially mapped from regional name data.

Also used in Mexico:

  • Chicalotl
  • Cardo Santo
  • K'iix-saklol

Country breakdown

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Safety information

Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.

Frequently asked questions
Is cardo_santo always the same plant?
Not necessarily. Common names repeat across languages and regions. FloraLexicon shows which species are tied to this label in the current data; more than one row means the name is ambiguous here.
What is cardo_santo in Mexico?
When you select Mexico, matches tied to that country are ranked first when available. Local checklists and national floras remain the authority for field identification.
Which scientific species are linked to cardo_santo?
Every indexed species appears in the possible matches above, with countries and uses. When you see more than one plant, the same common name is used for different species in different regions—use scientific names and region context to choose the right one.
Is cardo_santo used in traditional remedies?
Our dataset may list teas, medicinal, ritual, or culinary uses for linked species. That is informational only: common names are not enough to identify a plant safely—verify with qualified sources before any health-related use.
Is cardo_santo safe?
Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.
Evidence

‘cardo_santo’ is a common plant name in this index, with linked species shown below.

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