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Native to North America
At a glance
A perennial mint with broad heart-shaped leaves in opposite pairs. Lavender flowers have a hooded upper lip and a pale patch on the lower lip; the square stems are hairy.
Scientific name: Scutellaria ovata
Family: Lamiaceae
Growth: Herbaceous perennial
Bloom: Late spring–summer
Habitat: Woodlands, slopes, and open areas with well-drained soil
Identification
- Opposite, heart-shaped leaves with toothed edges
- Two-lipped lavender flowers with a pale lower patch
- Hairy, square stems
Field photographs
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Range & sightings
Central and eastern United States.
Explore observations on iNaturalist. Observations show reported sightings, not a complete native-range map.
Keep learning
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Identification and range reference: NC State Extension.