Sierra mint
Pycnanthemum californicum Torr. ex Durand
Pycnanthemum californicum, known as Sierra mint, is a flowering plant species in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to California and was first described in 1855 by Torr. ex Durand. The plant is also referred to as mountain mint and California mint.
Description
Pycnanthemum californicum is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae), a group of aromatic herbs and shrubs. It is found in the Sierra Nevada region of California. The species was formally published in 1855 and is recognized by its common names Sierra mint, mountain mint, and California mint. It is a herbaceous plant that typically grows in open, sunny habitats.
Other common names
Sierra mint
Distribution
California
Synonyms
Koellia californicaPycnanthemum californicum var. glabellum
