Monarda citriodora Lemon bergamot (Labiatae)

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Monarda citriodora
Lemon bergamot
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The Monarda citriodora plant species is found in Central and Southern N. America to Mexico. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Lemon bergamot.

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Latin Name:  Monarda citriodora
Common Name:  Lemon bergamot
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  Cerv.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Limestone barrens and slopes[43].

General Uses: An essential oil in the leaves contains a phenol and a citral[4]. No more information is given, though the oil is likely to have medicinal activity and perhaps be suitable for perfumery etc[K].

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