Anise hyssop
Agastache foeniculum
An aromatic perennial in the mint family with toothed leaves and upright purple flower spikes. Its foliage has an anise-like fragrance and its flowers attract pollinators.
Native range
The prairies and central regions of North America.
Typical season
Flowering and leaf availability depend on climate and planting conditions; no reviewed local picking calendar is assigned.
Identification
Compare leaf shape, stems and flower spikes with Agastache foeniculum. Scent supports an identification but does not establish it alone. This reference does not identify the plant at a particular pin.