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Lippia graveolens

Also Known As

  • Mexican Oregano
  • Puerto Rican Oregano

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Lippia graveolens plant details

Lippia graveolens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lippia graveolens

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: verbenaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, culinary

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lippia graveolens

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fragrant crinkled leaves are used in cooking Italian dishes and some Mexican cuisine. It has small white flowers, grows 24-36 inches tall.

Gardening facts about Lippia graveolens plant

How to Grow Lippia graveolens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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