Aloysia sp.
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Family: Verbenaceae · Type: Shrub · Variable; species dependent
Aloysia sp. is a non-native California shrub in the Verbenaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Melilotus: Aloysia has tubular flowers in spikes; Melilotus has pea-family flowers with clover-like leaves.; vs Salvia: Aloysia has narrow spikes of tiny white flowers; Salvia has whorled clusters of larger two-lipped flowers.; vs Ceanothus: Aloysia has narrow flower spikes; Ceanothus has dense rounded clusters of flowers.; vs Melissa: Aloysia has narrow spikes in desert; Melissa has whorled flowers with mint-family square stems and lemon scent.; vs Olea: Aloysia has narrow flower spikes; Olea has small clustered flowers and opposite evergreen leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aloysia sp. native to California?
No. Aloysia sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Aloysia sp. belong to?
Aloysia sp. is in the Verbenaceae family, genus Aloysia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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