Cedronella

Cedronella is a genus of flowering plants in the Mentheae tribe of family Lamiaceae, comprising a single species, Cedronella canariensis, endemic to the Canary Islands.

It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing to 1-1.5 m tall. The distinctive feature of these plants is the compound leaves consisting of 3 leaflets, unusual in the Lamiaceae, which usually have simple leaves.

The leafy stems terminate in dense, short spikes of flowers with tubular 2-lipped white or pink flowers.

The genus name is a diminutive of Cedrus, though the only connection between this herb and the large conifers of Cedrus is a vaguely similar resinous scent of the foliage.

Grown outdoors in mild climates, these perennials need protection in a sunny position in the herb garden and moist, well-drained soil.

In cool climates they can be grown in a sunny conservatory. Water freely in the growing season. Propagate from seed or from cuttings.



Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cedronella


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