Also known as Butter Mint · Cluster Bush-Mint · Clustered Bush-Mint
Hyptis alata, commonly known as musky mint, is a fragrant herb native to the Americas, often used for its aromatic qualities and ornamental appeal.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months when plant growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune Hyptis alata regularly to maintain a bushy shape and encourage more flowering. Pinch back the tips of young stems to promote branching.
Remove any dead or overgrown stems at any time of the year to improve air circulation and plant health.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring or by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. Seeds can be sown in a well-draining seed-starting mix and kept moist and warm.
Cuttings should be rooted in moist potting mix under humid conditions.
Repot Musky mint every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one with good drainage holes. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repot in spring before new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Musky Mint (Hyptis alata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Hyptis |
| Species | Hyptis alata |
Similar in genus Hyptis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
