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Yerba Buena
Spanish for 'good herb', Yerba Buena (Clinopodium douglasii) is a creeping evergreen perennial commonly used as a groundcover, rock garden, and container plant. A member of the Mint family, Yerba Buena's small, delicate leaves and tiny white flowers have a pleasant fragrance. The leaves are used in tea, traditional medicine, cooking, and essential oils.
Botanical Name
Clinopodium (Satureja) douglasii
Also Known As
Oregon tea | 道格拉斯风轮菜 | 北美香薄荷
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Groundcover
CA
7 - 10
Partial Sun - Full Sun
Low
Evergreen
Perennial
1" Tall and 3' Wide
Fast
Spring, Summer
White
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