Monardella linoides ssp. stricta
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Species Name: Monardella linoides ssp. stricta
Common Name: High Mountain Monardella
- A local monardella with very fragrant leaves. Best in part sun under pines or oaks. Excellent in rock garden. A suberb butterfly nectar plant that spreads by underground roots.
- Plant Family: Lamiaceae
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Height by Width: 3-6 in. H x 3' W
- Growth Habit: Mat forming
- Deciduous/Evergreen: Summer deciduous
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Sun Exposure: Part sun
- Soil Preference: Well-draining, acidic
- Water Requirements: Occasional to moderate
- Cold Hardy to: 15 degrees F
- Flower Season: Summer
- Flower Color: Red/Purple
- Endangered?: Not listed
- Distribution: San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountians
- Natural Habitat: Open rocky slopes in montane forest from 5,000-10,000'
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