Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
Pycnanthemum = densely-floweredÂ
tenuifolium = slender leaves
| Scientific Name: | Pycnanthemum tenuifolium |
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| Family: | Lamiaceae |
| Common Name: | Slender Mountain Mint |
| Authority: | Schrad. |
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| C Value: | 4 |
| Wetness: | FAC |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 9 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Perfect |
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| Flower Color: | White |
| Growth Habit: | Forb |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Opposite |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
| Leaf Toothing: | Entire |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | 1-3' tall branching frequently to create a bushy effect, stems hairless, each leaf is sessile, linear and hairless. |
| Gee Whiz: | This is the least scented species of Pycnanthemum, but it still has a pleasant minty fragrance. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |