American dittany
plant
Also known as: Cunila origanoides, common dittany, stonemint
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American dittany, also known as common dittany (Cunila origanoides), is a plant found in dry woodlands and prairies of the eastern United States. It belongs to the mint family. This bushy perennial typically grows to about 30 cm (1 foot) in height and features mint-scented leaves and clusters of rose-purple to white tubular flowers. Historically, American dittany was used as a remedy for fever and snakebite. The term "dittany" can also refer to other plants, such as European dittany and dittany of Crete.12
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