Natural Science Specimen
Natural Science Specimen
Classifier
Scientific Name
Mentha citrata
Classification
Family
Genus
Subname
citrata
Specimen Category
Storage Method
Field Collection Place
Locality Description
New Zealand, North Island, Great Barrier Ecological District, Motukaikoura, adjacent to old farmhouse (Top House) N side
Field Collection Date
22 Oct 2011
Field Collection Notes
Two slightly different mints present here: this one covering c.2sq.m and the scent of citrus. Both with dark purple stems. Growing together through rank pasture and spreading - remnant of a deserted garden.
Auckland Botanical Society field trip, 21-24 Oct 2011
Field Collector
Field Collection latitude/longitude
-36.18472, 175.32444
175.32444, 175.32444
Last Update
09 Aug 2017
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