The sweet aroma of Lemon mint lead a European while exploring these woods to recognize this native Mediterranean plant. This herbal meadow plant fills the air with a citrus scent when brushing against its leaves, reminiscent of the fruit of a lemon plant. A handful of this fresh herb's edible leaves makes a good soothing tea, salad, and fragrant flavoring, etc.
This plant was naturalized in America at some point in time.
How it grew here in the 'wild' may be no wonder.
It's a good thing to have someone from another country walk these woods, as they await to see the blossoming of other plants that are next to turn. There are other plants a local naturalist could not identify, which makes the hunt for nature's treasures more exciting.
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