Are chia seeds a herb

Chia seeds are not classified as a herb; they are the seeds of the Salvia hispanica plant, which is a flowering plant in the mint family. Chia is primarily cultivated for its seeds, known for their nutritional benefits, including high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein. While the plant itself has herbaceous characteristics, it is specifically grown for its seeds rather than for culinary or medicinal herb purposes.