Vietnamese Balm (Elsholtzia Ciliata) is a annual herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Elsholtzia ciliata is a herbaceous plant in the mint family native to Asia, valued for its lemon-scented leaves and culinary uses.
Vietnamese Balm
Elsholtzia Ciliata
Elsholtzia ciliata is a herbaceous plant in the mint family native to Asia, valued for its lemon-scented leaves and culinary uses.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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