Description
Lippia pearsonii (also called Mexican Oregano, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lippia pearsonii has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and digestive ailments. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lippia pearsonii is small, white, and tubular with five petals. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lippia pearsonii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings or division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Lippia pearsonii
Lippia pearsonii is native to Central America and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.