White horehound

White Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) is a herbaceous perennial plant from the mint family (Lamiaceae). It is native to Europe, Northern Africa, and Western Asia. The plant is also naturalized in many parts of the world, including North America and Australia.

Description

White Horehound is a small, bushy plant that grows up to 45 cm in height. It has a square, woolly stem and wrinkled, grey-green leaves. The plant produces small, white flowers in clusters from June to September. The flowers are followed by small, brown nutlets.

Uses

White Horehound has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. It is known for its expectorant properties and is often used in cough remedies. The plant is also used in the production of Horehound candy, a type of hard candy that is flavored with the extract of the horehound plant.

Cultivation

White Horehound prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate drought and poor soil conditions. The plant can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, or division.

Conservation Status

White Horehound is not currently listed as threatened or endangered. However, in some areas, it is considered a noxious weed due to its ability to spread rapidly and outcompete native plants.

See Also

• Mint family
• Herbaceous plant
• Perennial plant
• Traditional medicine
• Horehound candy

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