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limestone calamint
Scientific Name: Clinopodium arkansanum
Family: Lamiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Limestone Calamint (Clinopodium arkansanum)
The Limestone Calamint, scientifically known as Clinopodium arkansanum, is also widely known by a variety of other common names.
Common Names:
- Limestone Calamint
- Arkansas Mint
- Limestone Savory
- Ozark Calamint
- Wild Calamint
- Low Calamint
- Niagara Thyme
- Wild Savory
- Arkansas Calamint
- Wild Calamint
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Scientific Name: Clinopodium arkansanum (Nutt.) House
- Family: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Calamintha arkansana (Nutt.) Shinners
- Calamintha arkansana
- Calamintha glabella
- Satureja glabella
- Satureja arkansana
- Hedeoma arkansana
- Clinopodium glabrum
Distribution and Habitat:
Limestone Calamint primarily occurs in the Midwestern United States and parts of Canada, specifically:
- Northeastern Illinois
- Ozark region
- Misery Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada
- Kelleys Island, Erie County, Ohio
It thrives in habitats such as moist sandy areas, fens, rocky thin soil, and limestone grasslands.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits:
- Low-growing perennial herb, typically reaching 2-8 inches in height.
- Prefers full sun and medium to dry moisture levels.
- Grows well in rocky, thin soil with alkaline pH.
Further Information
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Discover Life
- Garden Guides