
Common name: | River Mint |
Plant type: | Ground cover/low growing |
Size: | 80cm x 1m |
Conditions: | Full sun – shade |
Soil: | Moist |
Foliage: | Pairs of lanceolate leaves |
Flowers: | Small tubular white – mauve |
Flowering: | Sep-Mar |
Bush tucker: | Leaves can be used to make tea, and also to treat coughs and colds. |
Provenance: | This plant is no longer believed to be indigenous to the Whitehorse area. It is sold only for use in home gardens. |
General comments: | Sprawling or erect herb |
Further information: | * Whitehorse Council * VICFLORA |

