Calamintha nepeta

Calamint, Lesser

Calamintha nepeta

Zones 2-5

<p>A bushy plant with downy leaves and small drooping purple flowers from July-August. The whole plant is very aromatic and has a scent resembling pennyroyal and spearmint. Leaves make a soothing tea, good for stomach complaints. Habitat: dry banks and roadsides. Ht 50cm</p>