AppearanceGlechoma hederacea is a perennial, evergreen and aromatic plant in the mint family (Lamiaceae). Plants can reach a height of 1 ft. (0.3 m). Foliage Leaves are opposite, heart shaped, 0.8-1.2 in. (2-3 cm) wide, petiolate and scalloped. Flowers Flowering occurs March to July when tubular, lavender flowers appear in the axils of the leaves. Flowers are 0.4 in. (0.9 cm) long and come in clusters of two or more.Fruit Fruits are egg shaped, brown, and 0.04 in. (1 mm) long.Ecological ThreatGlechoma hederacea is native to Eurasia and was introduced into North America, as an ornamental or medicinal plant, as early as the 1800s. It is common in moist areas, disturbed sites, low woods, lawns and along roadsides.

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Bruce Ackley, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

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Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org

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Steve Hurst, USDA NRCS PLANTS Database, Bugwood.org

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