Genus Nepeta (Noun)
Meaning
Catmint.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Catmint, genus Nepeta, is a popular ornamental plant known for its vibrant purple, pink, or white flowers.
- Nepeta species, commonly referred to as catmint, are low-maintenance perennials often used in rock gardens and containers.
- The genus Nepeta encompasses over 250 species of flowering plants, many of which are attractive to bees and butterflies.
- Catmint, a type of herb belonging to the genus Nepeta, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat various ailments.
- Plants in the genus Nepeta are known for their minty fragrance and ability to attract cats, which often roll around in the foliage to release the oils.