Pycnanthemum pilosum explained

Pycnanthemum pilosum, commonly known as the hairy mountain mint, American mountain mint, and whorled mountain mint, is a herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Pycnanthemum native to North America.

Description

Pycnanthemum pilosum is a herbaceous perennial plant. It has a minty odor.

It spreads by both rhizomes and seed.^[1] Blooms are present from July to September.

Range

It can be found in the eastern and central United States.^[2]

Protection

Pycnanthemum pilosum is protected in Michigan.^[3]

Uses

It can be used to make potpourri.^[1]

It provides a significant food source for honeybees.^[4]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Pycnanthemum verticillatum var. pilosum . plants.ces.ncsu.edu . North Carolina State University . 7 May 2023.
2. Web site: Pycnanthemum pilosum . missouribotanicalgarden.org . Missouri Botanical Garden . 7 May 2023.
3. Web site: Pycnanthemum pilosum . mnfi.anr.msu.edu . Michigan State University . 7 May 2023.
4. Web site: Cowles . Richard S. . Diversionary Plantings and Fixed Land Honey Production . portal.ct.gov . Connecticut Agricultural Extension Station . 7 May 2023.