Also known as White-Leaf Mountain-Mint · Whiteleaf Mountainmint
Whiteleaf Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum albescens) is a fragrant, herbaceous perennial with silvery-white foliage and showy white flowers, attracting pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and compact growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant when established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, with a preference for cooler conditions in winter.
Low
25% intensity
Light feeding in spring is sufficient. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in fall and winter.
Drought tolerant once established, but consistent moisture promotes best growth and flowering. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent excessive self-seeding. Cut back spent flower stalks. For a bushier plant, pinch back young stems in early spring.
Remove any dead or damaged stems at any time.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring or fall. Division of established clumps in spring or fall is also very effective. Cuttings can be taken in early summer and rooted in moist medium.
Established plants generally do not require frequent repotting and prefer to be slightly root-bound. If repotting is necessary, do so in spring or fall. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Pycnanthemum |
| Species | Pycnanthemum albescens |
Similar in genus Pycnanthemum
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