Yerba Buena
Clinopodium douglasii
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Yerba Buena is a low-growing, aromatic perennial groundcover native to the western United States with small oval leaves and delicate purple or lavender flowers. Traditionally used for tea and medicinal purposes, it spreads gently across the forest floor and tolerates shade.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Western North America (California to British Columbia)
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Yerba Buena is a low-growing, aromatic perennial groundcover native to the western United States with small oval leaves and delicate purple or lavender flowers. Traditionally used for tea and medicinal purposes, it spreads gently across the forest floor and tolerates shade.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Yerba Buena grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Western North America (California to British Columbia)
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation