Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Lesser Calamint |
| Scientific Name | Clinopodium nepeta |
| MainColor | Magenta |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | August (Jun - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Clinopodium-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Glyndebourne |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 13 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | C |
Flower Details
Description
A compact, aromatic perennial forming small mounds of grey-green leaves topped with tiny lavender-pink flowers from summer into autumn. The leaves have a pleasant minty fragrance, attracting bees and butterflies. It’s an excellent choice for dry borders or rock gardens.
Distribution
Native to southern Europe; cultivated and occasionally naturalised in the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Traditionally used as a digestive aid, mild expectorant, and relaxant. Herbal infusions made from its leaves were used to treat colds and indigestion.
Edibility
Edible in small quantities. Leaves can flavour teas or salads.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicSafe in culinary amounts; large doses may cause mild stomach upset.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Essential oils (thymol, menthone) and flavonoids.
Quality Issue
Main flowering stem is noticeably soft; busy image makes flower structure difficult to see