American False Pennyroyal (Hedeoma Pulegioides) 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 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hedeoma pulegioides is a low-growing, strongly aromatic herbaceous annual plant reaching 15 to 30 cm tall, with slender erect, much-branched, somewhat hairy and square stems.

American False Pennyroyal

American False Pennyroyal

Hedeoma Pulegioides

Hedeoma pulegioides is a low-growing, strongly aromatic herbaceous annual plant reaching 15 to 30 cm tall, with slender erect, much-branched, somewhat hairy and square stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, aromatic herb

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for American False Pennyroyal

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

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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American False Pennyroyal
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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Hedeoma