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Wild Basil

Clinopodium vulgare

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

Dense, rounded cluster at the top of a very hairy stem. I believe this is the fruit part of the plant. During summer, this plant has beautiful, tubular purple flowers.

Habitat:

Spotted in a meadow on the edge of a deciduous forest.

Notes:

The dried leaves can be used as a seasoning. The plant is also purported to have many medicinal qualities.

Reference Links:

Clinopodium vulgare - Wikipedia, Plants Profile for Clinopodium vulgare (wild basil)

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Flowers of Northeastern USA

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PublishedNovember 18, 2017

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