| Other Common Names:
Horsemint, Bee Balm
Family: Mint (Lamiaceae)
Height: 2 - 4' (60
-120 cm)
Flower Size:
1" (2.5 cm) long, in round clusters
1 1/2" (3.8 cm) across
Flowering Season: June
- September
Ecological Preferences:
From dry to rich, moist soils
Select Characteristics:
Square stem, typical of members of the mint family.
Highly aromatic stem, leaves and mature flower head.
Historical Significance:
Leaves used for tea (Earl Grey). Oil used for skin,
respiratory and digestive disorders. Used in hair
pomade. Dried foliage used to scent closets and
drawers.
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