Wildflowers of KY: Wild Bergamot
2020-06-23 - Jefferson Co., KY - Photo by Pen
According to the Wikipedia entry for Monarda fistulosa, the wild bergamot or bee balm, is a wildflower in the mint family (Lamiaceae) widespread and abundant as a native plant in much of North America. ... Bee balm is the natural source of the antiseptic thymol, the primary active ingredient in modern commercial mouthwash formulas.
Paired photo: A closer view of the wild bergamot Comments | Permalink
2020-06-23 - Jefferson Co., KY - Photo by Pen
According to the Wikipedia entry for Monarda fistulosa, the wild bergamot or bee balm, is a wildflower in the mint family (Lamiaceae) widespread and abundant as a native plant in much of North America. ... Bee balm is the natural source of the antiseptic thymol, the primary active ingredient in modern commercial mouthwash formulas.
Paired photo: A closer view of the wild bergamot Comments | Permalink