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Summary

Agastache neomexicana (Briq.) Standl. is a synonym of Agastache pallidiflora subsp. neomexicana (Briq.) Lint & Epling

Physical Characteristics

Agastache neomexicana is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft).
See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower in August, and the seeds ripen in September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile.
It is noted for attracting wildlife.
Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

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Synonyms

A. pallidiflora neomexicana (Briq.)R.W.Sanders.

Plant Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves
Edible Uses: Tea

The highly aromatic young leaves are used as a flavouring in cooked dishes[183, 257]. The young leaves are used to make a herbal tea[183].

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Medicinal Uses

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Febrifuge Salve

The dried and pulverized root has been used as a dusting powder for sores and cankers[257]. The plant has been used in the treatment of fevers and bad coughs[257].

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Other Uses

Attracts wildlife.

Special Uses

Attracts Wildlife

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Cultivation details

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. The closely related A. pallidiflora (some authorities consider this species to be no more than a sub-species of A. pallidiflora) is hardy in the milder areas of the country[200, 257] The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a warm sunny sheltered position and a well-drained soil. Succeeds in most soils. The flowers are very attractive to bees.

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Plant Propagation

Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse and only just cover the seed. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 3 months at 13°c[133]. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first year. Plant out in late spring or early summer[K]. Division in spring. Fairly simple, if large divisions are used it is possible to plant them straight out into their permanent positions. Basal cuttings of young shoots in spring[111]. Harvest the young shoots when they are about 10 - 15cm tall and pot them up in a lightly shaded position in a greenhouse. They should root within 3 weeks and can be planted out in the summer or following spring.

Other Names

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Native Range

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Weed Potential

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Conservation Status

IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status :

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Latin Name	Common Name	Habit	Height	Hardiness	Soil	Shade	Moisture	Edible	Medicinal	Other
Agastache cana	Hoary Balm Of Gilead, Mosquito plant	Perennial	0.8	0-0	LM	N	DM	2	0
Agastache foeniculum	Anise Hyssop, Blue giant hyssop	Perennial	0.9	4-9	LM	N	DM	5	1	3
Agastache mexicana	Mexican Giant Hyssop	Perennial	0.8	6-10	LM	N	DM	3	0	2
Agastache rugosa	Korean Mint	Perennial	1.0	7-10	LM	N	DM	4	3	2
Agastache urticifolia	Giant Hyssop, Nettleleaf giant hyssop	Perennial	1.2	7-10	LM	N	DM	3	1

Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.

Agastache neomexicana - (Briq.) Standl.