Downy Wood Mint
Blephilia ciliata

Family: Lamiaceae

What it is like

A herb.

The Blephilia genus grow in North America.

Where it is found

It is a cool temperate plant. It grows in dry woods and thickets. It suits hardiness zones 4-7.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA

How it is used for food

The leaves can be used to prepare sauces and drinks. They are used for tea.

Edible parts

Leaves - tea, leaves - flavour

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Blephilia beckii Raf. Illegit.; Blephilia brevifolia Raf.; Blephilia heterophyla Raf.; Blephilia pratensis Raf.; Monarda beckii Eaton; Mondarda ciliata L.;