

Micromeria
Botanical name: Micromeria
Micromeria
Botanical name: Micromeria


Description

Micromeria are a genus with about one hundred kinds of flowering plants. They are widely distributed across Eurasia, Africa, and North America. this variable genus comprises herbs and shrubs that are typically found in rocky habitats. Many species produce essential oils such as pulegone and menthone.


Species of Micromeria


Yerba buena
Yerba buena (Micromeria douglasii) is a perennial herb that can grows significantly wider than it is tall. It blooms for a long time, from spring into mid-summer. The common name, yerba buena, which translates to "good herb," was given to the plant by Catholic missionaries in California. However, the same common name has been used to label other plants globally.

Micromeria filiformis
Micromeria filiformis are a genus with about one hundred kinds of flowering plants. They are widely distributed across Eurasia, Africa, and North America. This variable genus comprises herbs and shrubs that are typically found in rocky habitats. Many species produce essential oils such as pulegone and menthone.




Scientific Classification
