Lemon Beebalm (Monarda citriodora)

   
 

Overview and flowers of Lemon Beebalm (Monarda citriodora). Photographs by Wynn Anderson.

• Common Names: Lemon Beebalm
• Scientific Name: Monarda citriodora (mow-NAH-duh sit-ree-oh-DOOR-uh)
• Family: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
• Geographic Range: Southern U.S. from South Carolina to Arizona, north to Nebraska; northern Mexico.
• Description: Herbaceous, 2-3 ft in height.
• Landscape Usage: Prefers will drained soils

Last Update: 3 Nov 2004