Epazote is a plant native to Mexico and Central America that has been used in traditional medicine and cooking for centuries. The herb is known for its pungent flavor and aroma, and is often used to enhance the flavor and digestion of beans and other legumes. Given that it is not easily found in North America, some people may refer to it as "Mexican tea" or "wormseed." In herbal medicine, it has been used for its antiparasitic properties, preventing the growth of intestinal worms. Other synonyms for epazote include pigweed, Jesuit's tea, Mexican tea, skunkweed, and wormseed sage. Regardless of the term used, epazote remains a vital ingredient in Mexican and Central American cuisine.