Agastache
Agastache
Agastache (pronounced: /əˈɡæstəkiː/), also known as Hyssop or Hummingbird Mint, is a genus of perennial herbs in the family Lamiaceae, native to North America. The name "Agastache" comes from the Greek words 'agan' and 'stachys', meaning 'much' and 'spike', respectively, referring to the plant's flower spikes.
Description
Agastache plants are aromatic, with anise or licorice-scented foliage. They are characterized by their tubular, two-lipped flowers that grow on upright spikes. The flowers are typically blue, pink, lavender, or white and bloom from mid to late summer. The leaves of Agastache plants are usually lance-shaped and toothed.
Species
There are about 22 species of Agastache, including Agastache foeniculum (Anise Hyssop), Agastache rugosa (Korean Mint), and Agastache mexicana (Mexican Giant Hyssop).
Cultivation and Uses
Agastache plants are often used in herb gardens, butterfly gardens, and bee gardens due to their attractive flowers and pleasant scent. They are also used in traditional medicine, particularly in North America, for their purported health benefits.
Etymology
The name "Agastache" is derived from the Greek words 'agan' (meaning 'much') and 'stachys' (meaning 'spike'), referring to the plant's many flower spikes. The common name "Hyssop" is derived from the Greek word 'hyssopos', which was used to describe several different aromatic plants.
Related Terms
- Lamiaceae: The plant family to which Agastache belongs.
- Perennial: A type of plant that lives for more than two years.
- Herb: A plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.
- Flower spike: A type of inflorescence in which flowers are arranged on a stem.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Agastache
- Wikipedia's article - Agastache
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