Calamintha grandiflora — a medium houseplant
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Calamintha grandiflora

Calamintha Grandiflora

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Calamintha grandiflora, the large-flowered calamint, showy calamint or mint savory, is a species of ornamental plant.

A note from PlantMom

Drymosiphon grandiflorus is relatively disease-resistant and typically does not suffer much from illnesses. Nonetheless, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its surroundings. These problems are generally not severe. Regarding care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Drymosiphon grandiflorus is well suited for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Calamintha Grandiflora.

Fertilizer

Drymosiphon grandiflorus responds well to regular, light applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf development. You should feed Drymosiphon grandiflorus about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is important for foliage, and adding nitrogen-rich fertilizers helps Drymosiphon grandiflorus thrive.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Calamintha
Family
Lamiaceae
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Greater Calamint en Large-flowered Calamint en Showy Savory en Beautiful Mint en Showy Calamint
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Calamintha grandiflora leaf
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Calamintha grandiflora leaf
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Calamintha grandiflora flower
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Calamintha grandiflora flower
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Calamintha grandiflora fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Calamintha grandiflora fruit
PLATE 06 · fruit
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