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Bill Williams Mountain giant hyssop

Scientific Name: Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana var. neome

Family: Lamiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Agastache pallidiflora: New Mexico Giant Hyssop and Bill Williams Mountain Giant Hyssop

Agastache pallidiflora, belonging to the mint family, is known by several common names, including New Mexico Giant Hyssop and Bill Williams Mountain Giant Hyssop. This plant offers a wealth of information, from its taxonomic details to its preferred habitats.

Considerations for Pets

  • As a member of the mint family, it may possess aromatic qualities that could attract or deter certain animals.
  • Some sources mention the presence of subspecies and varieties. These are known to vary in height, with heights reaching up to 2 meters.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant may be found in gardens and other outdoor areas frequented by children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Agastache pallidiflora (A. Heller) Rydb.
  • Family: Lamiaceae (also known as Labiatae)
  • Common Names: New Mexico Giant Hyssop, Bill Williams Mountain Giant Hyssop, giant hyssop, pallid flower giant hyssop, Bill William's hyssop.
  • Synonyms: A. pallidiflora neomexicana (Briq.)
  • Subordinate Taxa: Varieties and subspecies exist, such as Agastache pallidiflora ssp. pallidiflora, Agastache pallidiflora ssp. neomexicana (Briq.) Lint & Epling, and Agastache pallidiflora ssp. pallidiflora var. gilensis R.W. Sanders.
  • Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies, Variety

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the mountains of the southwestern United States.
  • Specific mentions include New Mexico and Arizona (Bill Williams Mountain).
  • Not found in Idaho.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a subshrub forb/herb.
  • The plant is perennial.
  • Some varieties can grow up to 2 meters high.
  • Evergreen during summer.
  • The foliage color can be purple, especially in adult specimens.

Quirky Facts

  • The plant is associated with the Ramah people, suggesting a possible historical or traditional use. (Though the specific use is not mentioned in the provided text).

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden
  • USDA
  • Discover Life
  • Smithsonian Institution