Coyote Mint (Monardella villosa)

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

Monardella villosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. 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 dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic leaves and flower heads are steeped in cold water (but should not be boiled) to make a refreshing clear tea. — The fresh or dried aromatic leaves and flower heads are steeped in cold water (but should not be boiled) to make a refreshing clear tea.; It has a sweet spicy aroma and a slightly bitter mint-like flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry rocky or gravelly places below 900 metres in scrub and pine forests. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)