Poliomintha sp.
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Family: Lamiaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Poliomintha sp. is a native California shrub in the Lamiaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Lycopus: Poliomintha is a woody upland shrub, while Lycopus is a wetland herb.; vs Salvia: Poliomintha forms a compact rounded mound 5-10 feet tall, while most Salvia are smaller herbs or open-branched shrubs.; vs Monarda: Poliomintha is a rounded woody shrub, while Monarda is a small herb under 5 feet.; vs Acanthomintha: Poliomintha is a woody perennial shrub, while Acanthomintha is a tiny annual herb.; vs Hedeoma: Poliomintha is a mound-like shrub 5-10 feet tall, while Hedeoma is a small perennial herb.
Frequently asked questions
Is Poliomintha sp. native to California?
Yes. Poliomintha sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Poliomintha sp. belong to?
Poliomintha sp. is in the Lamiaceae family, genus Poliomintha.
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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