Lycopus europaeus
Family: Lamiaceae
Herbaceous perennial. Native to Europe. Growth habit resembles
mint, with luxurious foliage for a moist location. A few plants will
eventually make a dense patch by way of creeping stolons. The dry
leaf has numerous medical applications, including treatment of hyper-thyroidism
and chronic cough. A close relative (therapeutically identical) to
Bugleweed, favorite of the Eclectic physicians. Black
dyeplant, old English herb. Cultivation: Easy.
Sow seed in flats and transplant to a moist situation. Tolerates
sun or shade. Will stabilize drainages. Plant 6 inches apart.
Grows to 2 feet tall.
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