Meehania cordata, commonly known as Meehan’s Mint, is a herbaceous, evergreen perennial native to the rich, moist woodlands and along stream banks in the Appalachian region of the Eastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 feet and can spread 0.3-2 feet wide. Meehan’s Mint has a low-growing, spreading habit with heart-shaped leaves and produces tubular blue to purple flowers in the late spring and early summer, which are moderately showy and attract pollinators.

This plant is valued for its ground-covering ability in shaded garden areas and its attractive foliage, which remains evergreen in milder climates. It is often used in woodland gardens, shaded border fronts, and naturalized areas. Meehan’s Mint prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and thrives in part shade to full shade conditions. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in overly humid conditions. It is not known for being invasive and does not typically present problems with aggressive roots or other cultivation issues.CC BY-SA 4.0