Chia Pets are American styled terracotta figurines used to sprout chia, where the chia sprouts grow within a couple of weeks to resemble the animal's fur or hair. Moistened chia seeds (Salvia hispanica) are applied to a grooved terracotta figurine.

Joseph Pedott, entrepreneur who made Chia Pets and the Clapper household names, dead at 91. CHICAGO (CBS) -- You may not recognize the Chicago native's name, but chances are you know the work of Joseph Pedott.

Making your very own Chia Pet is easy! All you need is a sponge, some seeds, and a little water. Check out this activity from PBS Kids to get started on your own Chia Pet creation!

After stirring and letting the mixture sit for another 10 minutes seed mixture should have a jam consistency. This is necessary. So the seeds don't slide off your Chia.

Feeding your cat raw organic chia grass from time to time will not harm them. Chia seeds are safe for cats. Chia seeds are safe for cats to eat. They're high in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants, which can help keep your feline healthy.

Great gift for any occasion: Chia pets are the perfect and affordable gift for any budget.

So can I eat this can I just really. First came out when we were kids nobody was eating chia seeds. Everybody was like what is chia.

Central America Its origin is believed to be in Central America where the seed was a staple in the ancient Aztec diet. The seeds of a related plant, Salvia columbariae (golden chia), were used primarily by Native Americans in the southwestern United States. Chia seeds have gained attention as an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acid.

Feeding your cat raw organic chia grass from time to time will not harm them. Chia seeds are safe for cats. Chia seeds are safe for cats to eat. They're high in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants, which can help keep your feline healthy.

We recommended spreading the seeds in a thin, even layer over the surface of the Chia Pet. Try to avoid clumping in any one area. Not a lot of water should emit from the planter once it's been filled to the top. The provided plastic tray should only collect a small amount and should not overflow in under 24 hours.

MULTIPLE USES: Chia Planters can be washed and replanted indefinitely. The fun never stops with Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia Pets! Recommended for ages 6+.

Those sprouts are just chia seeds that have been soaked (so the phytates have been released), pack a powerful nutritional punch, and are so tiny and tender, you can add them to any food and hardly even know there are there – or just eat them right off of your plant!

Chia Pets are the perfect and affordable gift for any budget. Both kids and adults will love to watch chia planters sprout and develop into a hilarious creation. In just a few short weeks your chia pet will achieve maximum growth and enjoy a luscious green coat.

The seeds produce a mucilaginous gel when soaked in water. Chia is a desert plant requiring little irrigation and grows well in sandy loam soils, but it is sensitive to frost and day length . The plant resists insect pests and disease and is a good candidate for organic production.

terracotta planter Complete kit includes a herb pot and unique handmade terracotta planter, convenient plastic drip tray, Chia growing medium, chia seed packet, two varieties of herb seeds and growing and care instructions.

3500 B.C. There is evidence that chia seeds were first used as a food as early as 3500 B.C. Available to the Aztecs since 2600 BC, chia served as a cash crop in central Mexico between 1500 and 900 B.C. Chia seeds were eaten alone or mixed with other grains.