Monarda viridissima
Species of plant
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Monarda viridissima is a species of flowering plant in the mint family. It is commonly known as green beebalm[2] and Texas beebalm.[3]
| Monarda viridissima | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Spermatophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Lamiales |
| Family: | Lamiaceae |
| Genus: | Monarda |
| Species: | M. viridissima |
| Binomial name | |
| Monarda viridissima Correll | |
Description
Monarda viridissima is a perennial herb that is endemic to Texas.[4] It can grow up to 32 in (81 cm) tall. Flowers are white, red, pink or purple in color and bloom between June and October.[5] Its habitats include openings and clearings in post oak woodlands.[1] It is a vulnerable species that is threatened by habitat loss and fire suppression. There are 20–100 occurrences in its range.[1]
