Flowers in whorled clusters of 2-6 at the top of the stem. Each cluster of flowers is supported by large whitish to pink-purple leaf-like bracts. The flowers are yellow with purple spots, split into 2 lips. The lower lip has 3 lobes with a notched middle lobe, the upper lip is arched and hairy at the tip.
- Flower Size: 1 inch
- Other Names: Spotted Horsemint, Bee Balm, Dotted Beebalm, Horsemint, Eastern Horse-mint
- Plant Height: 2 - 3 feet
- Scientific Name: Monarda punctata
- Fun Facts: Leaves can be used in teas.
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Bloom Time: July, August, September
- Petal: 2
- Leaf: Opposite, Toothed
- Stem: Hairy
- Environment: Dry, Part Shade, Sun
- Location: Shiloh Greenway