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(Lippia alba)
Bushy Lippia (Lippia alba)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Lippia alba, commonly known as Bushy Lippia, is an evergreen subshrub or shrub native to a variety of habitats including tropical and subtropical regions, open woodlands, and along the edges of wetlands in the Americas, the Caribbean, and parts of South America. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 feet and a width of 2-3 feet. The plant has a bushy habit and produces clusters of small, tubular flowers that are white, pink, or purple, blooming prolifically from spring to fall. The flowers are modest in size but can be quite showy due to their abundance. The foliage is aromatic when crushed, adding sensory appeal to the garden.
Bushy Lippia is valued for its fragrant leaves and extended flowering period, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardens, borders, and as a sensory plant in herb gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine and for culinary purposes in some cultures. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, requiring low amounts of water once established. It prefers well-drained soils but can adapt to various soil types. While generally low-maintenance, it can become leggy if not pruned regularly. In some regions, Lippia alba can be invasive, so it is essential to check local regulations before planting. It can spread through root suckers and self-seeding, potentially outcompeting native vegetation.CC BY-SA 4.0
Bushy Lippia is valued for its fragrant leaves and extended flowering period, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardens, borders, and as a sensory plant in herb gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine and for culinary purposes in some cultures. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, requiring low amounts of water once established. It prefers well-drained soils but can adapt to various soil types. While generally low-maintenance, it can become leggy if not pruned regularly. In some regions, Lippia alba can be invasive, so it is essential to check local regulations before planting. It can spread through root suckers and self-seeding, potentially outcompeting native vegetation.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub, Shrub
- Height: 3-5 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White, Pink, Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Butterfly Garden, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Tropical and subtropical regions, open woodlands, and edges of wetlands
Other Names
Common Names: Bushy Matgrass, Hierba Negra, Juanilama, Pamporegano, Pitiona
Scientific Names: , Lippia alba, Lantana alba, Lippia alba f. alba, Lippia alba var. globiflora, Lippia geminata, Lippia alba f. intermedia, Lippia alba var. carterae, Lippia globiflora, Lippia citrata
GBIF Accepted Name: Lippia alba (Mill.) N.E.Br. ex Britton & P.Wilson