Lycopus americanus
Family: Lamiaceae
Herbaceous perennial. Native to eastern, southern and central
North America. Grows in and around shallow water. In combination
with Lemon Balm and Motherwort, Bugleweed is used to treat hyper-thyroidism
and Grave’s disease. Cultivation: Easy. Sow seed
in early spring in greenhouse. Transplant seedlings out to garden
or to the edge of a pond or stream in late spring. Space 1 foot apart.
Grows 2 feet tall.
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