Catnip

Nepeta cataria

Description:

Relative of Mint, this plant is grown for pet cats, but can be found in the wild if seeds were dispersed from homes. Can have white or purple flowers.

Habitat:

Homes,gardens,fields,store bought

Notes:

Cats love this plant, common behaviors that are observed when around the plant are: rubbing on the plant, rolling on the ground, drooling, or consuming the plant. Catnip also has a history of human medicinal use for its soothing properties. It has also been known to have a slightly numbing effect. The plant has been consumed as a tea, juice, infusion or poultice, and has also been smoked.