Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Hedeoma nana (Torrey) Briquet
(Dwarf Pennyroyal, Dwarf False Pennyroyal)
Family: Lamiaceae
Status: Native
Synonyms:
Hedeoma dentata Torrey var. nana Torrey
Hedeoma thymoides Gray
Hedeoma nana has a diminutive but beautiful small flower. It is pink with purple stripes. The plant is branched mainly from the base. Stems and leaves are pubescent. Hedeoma nana is found in middle elevation forest.
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Hedeoma nana, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Blackhawk Canyon, June 17, 2007

Hedeoma nana, detail of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., CD trail at Rte. 90, Oct. 25, 2008

Hedeoma nana, growth habit, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., CD trail at Rte. 90, Oct. 25, 2008
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