Year of the Monarda: Fascinating Facts About Bee Balm

Monarda, also known as Bee Balm, is a captivating plant that attracts pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. Native to North America, with common species like didyma, fistulosa, and punctate, it has been used by Native Americans for medicinal purposes. Its delightful flowers and leaves, adding a citrusy note to salads, make it a versatile herb with interesting historical connections.

• Monarda
• Bee Balm
• Pollinators
• Native American
• Mint Family

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1. Did you know? Monarda is also known as Bee Balm, a member of the mint family. #yearofthemonarda

2. Did you know? Monarda is very attractive to pollinators, especially butterflies and hummingbirds. #yearofthemonarda

3. Did you know? Monarda is a native of North America, mainly east of the Rocky Mountains. #yearofthemonarda

4. Did you know? Monarda s three most common species are didyma, fistulosa and punctate. #yearofthemonarda

5. Did you know? Native Americans used monarda to make bee balm tea to treat chills and fever. #yearofthemonarda

6. Did you know? Dried monarda flowers are a great addition to any homemade potpourri. #yearofthemonarda

7. Did you know? The monarda was named for Nicolas Bautista Monardes, a Spanish botanist. #yearofthemonarda

8. Did you know? As part of the mint family, monarda flowers and leaves add a citrusy note to salads. #yearofthemonarda