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Scrub mint, Scrub balm
Dicerandra frutescens

Family: Lamiaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It grows 50 cm tall. The leaves are 2 cm long and opposite. There are a pair of flowers in a group and they are 1.5 cm long.


Where it is found

It is a warm temperate plant. It grows in Florida.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA


How it is used for food

The leaves have a mint like aroma.

Edible parts

Leaves - flavouring


How it is grown


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