Lantana Leaf Sage

Scientific Name: Hyptis capitata

Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)

Native Region: Central and South America, Caribbean

Lantana Leaf Sage

Brief Description

An erect herb that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It features square stems common to the mint family, opposite lance-shaped leaves with serrated edges, and distinctive globose (spherical) flower heads that appear at the leaf axils.

Care Instructions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It is often considered a weed in tropical regions due to its aggressive growth, so it requires little maintenance and can survive in disturbed soils.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-02-15T20:45:26.423825