Status: Exotic
Synonyms:
Mentha spicata Linnaeus var. viridis Linnaeus
Mentha viridis Linnaeus
Mentha spicata is a perennial herb with simple ovate leaves. The lavender colored flowers form a terminal spike and the leaves are glabrous. Mentha spicata is found in middle elevation in disturbed areas around water.
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Mentha spicata, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Mangas Springs, Aug. 24. 2008
Mentha spicata, growth habit, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Mangas Springs, Aug. 24. 2008
Mentha spicata, micro of flower spike, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Mangas Springs, Aug. 24. 2008
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