agastache mexicana

noun

Meaning

A perennial herbaceous plant in the mint family known for its spikes of tubular, rose-purple flowers and aromatic, licorice-scented foliage.

Examples

  • The agastache mexicana in the corner of the garden is currently in full bloom.
  • I chose to plant agastache mexicana because it is drought-tolerant and highly fragrant.

Synonyms: giant hyssop, hummingbird mint, Mexican giant hyssop