Mustang Mountain Balm (Monardella lanceolata)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Monardella lanceolata is a ANNUAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The plant is used as a tea substitute. — The plant is used as a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry places, especially in disturbed soils, below 2400 metres in California. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)