Nepeta cataria
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Nepeta cataria
Also known as:
Catmint, Catnip
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
1.00 m
Width:
0.60 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-7
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Ethereal oil, Herbicide, Repellent, Bee plant, Fragrant
Ethereal oil, Herbicide, Repellent, Bee plant, Fragrant
Description
Young leaves can be eaten raw and have a fresh minty flavor, making them perfect for salads. Older leaves are often used as a seasoning in cooked dishes. Fresh or dried leaves can also be used to make an aromatic herbal tea.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/06
End of Harvest:
15/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana helps to improve the soil structure and provides shade which benefits Nepeta cataria. |
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Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Thymus vulgaris can attract beneficial insects that assist in pollination and pest control alongside Nepeta cataria. |
|
Urtica dioica Stinging nettel, California nettel |
Urtica dioica (nettle) can provide nutrients to the soil and creates a natural habitat for beneficial insects. |
|
Cichorium intybus Chicory |
Cichorium intybus can improve soil health and provide dynamic accumulation of nutrients that benefit Nepeta cataria. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Rubus idaeus can attract pollinators and provide ground cover which helps suppress weeds around Nepeta cataria. |