Clinopodium douglasii

Common name(s): yerba buena, Oregon tea

Description: perennial; A trailing herb that was so common in the bay area of California that San Francisco was originally named Yerba Buena until it was changed in 1847. Native from SE Alaska to Northern California. Low, crawling stems with glossy green leaves that release a minty aroma when bruised. Tiny white flowers in spring.

Height: to 5 in. Spread: to 3 ft.

Position: partial shade and well-draining soil

Uses: medicine, culinary- herbal teas, iced teas

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below