Mexican bergamot
Monarda austromontana
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A herb.
There are 15-16 Monarda species. They grow in North America.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Mexico, North America
How it is used for food
The leaves are used as seasoning especially with meat dishes. The leaves are used for tea.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring, leaves - tea
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed, cuttings of division.
Its other names
Local names
Mt Pima oregano