How to identify Bonsai mint (Plectranthus ernstii)
Bonsai mint is a modestly sized sub-shrub, reaching up to 18 inches (45 cm) in height. It possesses a distinctive caudex characterized by swollen, grayish stems with noticeable joints. Its foliage is comprised of small, slightly felty, aromatic green leaves which contribute to its sensory appeal. In the flowering season, the plant produces light lilac-hued blooms. The small size of bonsai mint makes it suitable for container gardening, and its unique structure lends itself well to cultivation as a bonsai.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Tree, Shrub
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Distinctive caudex with swollen, grayish stems and noticeable joints.
Small, slightly felty, aromatic green leaves contribute to sensory appeal.
Produces light lilac-hued blooms during the flowering season.
Modest height of up to 18 inches (45 cm) suitable for container gardening.
Unique structure ideal for cultivation as a bonsai.
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Scientific Classification of Bonsai mint
