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Elsholtzia penduliflora is a mint-family herb native to Vietnam and Yunnan in China, valued in Vietnam as a traditional remedy and as a source of essential oil. Grow it like other hardy mints in a sunny, moist, well-drained spot.
Elsholtzia penduliflora (Vietnamese: chùa dù) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Vietnam, and Yunnan in China, and has been introduced to Thailand. In Vietnam, E. penduliflora is claimed to be a medicinal herb good for colds and fevers. Essential oil from E. penduliflora can be used as a substitute for eucalyptus oil.
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