Hoary balm of Gilead
Agastache cana
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A herb.
There are 30 Agastache species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
It is fragrant and is put in a claret cup.
Edible parts
Herb, leaves - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Double-bubble mint, Mosquito plant, Wild hyssop
Synonyms
Cedrinella cana Hook.