Melittis melissophyllum Bastard balm (Labiatae)

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Melittis melissophyllum
Bastard balm
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The Melittis melissophyllum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bastard balm. Some home gardeners know the variety as M. grandiflora. M. sylvestris.

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Latin Name:  Melittis melissophyllum
Common Name:  Bastard balm
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Hedges, scrub and mountain woods[187].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any good soil in partial shade[1, 187]. Prefers a rich loam[1]. Grows well in thickets, woodland edges and the garden border[1]. Plants are hardy to about -20°c[187]. The flowers have a pleasing sweet honey-like scent[245]. The leaves become sweetly fragrant as they dry[245], they retain their fragrance for a long time[200]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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