Hedeoma pulegioides American pennyroyal (Labiatae)

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Hedeoma pulegioides
American pennyroyal
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The Hedeoma pulegioides plant species is found in N. America - S. Quebec to Minnesota and S. Dakota, then south to Tennessee and Arkansas. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as American pennyroyal.

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Latin Name:  Hedeoma pulegioides
Common Name:  American pennyroyal
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  (L.)Pers.

Known Hazards:  In large quantities this plant, especially in the form of the extracted essential oil, can be toxic if taken internally[222]. Skin contact with the pure essential oil can cause dermatitis[222]

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Dry soils[43 in open woods and fields[169].

Edible Uses: The leaves have a very strong mint-like aroma and taste[171], they can be brewed into a refreshing tea that promotes good digestion, or they can be used as a culinary flavouring[183, 238]. An essential oil from the plant is used by the food industry as a flavouring in beverages, ice cream, baked goods etc[183].

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