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Hoary Mountain Mint

Pycnanthemum incanum

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Field Notes

Description:

Tall (2.5-3 ft) plant. Top leaves noticeably white/powdery. Dense flower clusters with tangled "hairs" and white flowers with purple spots.

Habitat:

Edges of dirt road clearing near thick mixed hardwood forest.

Notes:

A pollinator favorite. Leaves and flowers can be brewed into medicinal tea or used as a cooking spice.

Reference Links:

Pycnanthemum incanum - Wikipedia

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