Aztec Sweet Herb (Lippia dulcis)
Regular price $15.95Aztec Sweet Herb is a fast-growing perennial evergreen herb native to Central America including Mexico, the Caribbean, Colombia, and Venezuela. It grows as a sprawling ground cover, sending out horizontal runners. It also grows well in containers and hanging baskets. Aztec Sweet Herb leaves are extremely sweet, known to be 1500 times sweeter than ordinary sugar!
It is from the Verbenaceae family and may also be known by the common names such as Mexican Lippia, Bushy Lippia and Honey Herb. Aztec Sweet herbs sweet flower buds are sold as dushi or dulce buttons.
Plant Type:
Perennial Evergreen Herb, Ground Cover
Harvest Season:
Year-round
Mature Size:
Up to 4 ft tall and wide
Soil & Moisture:
Rich moist well-draining soil. Does well in sandy soil and is somewhat drought tolerant.
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Self-Fertile:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Very Fast, Fast
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-12 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
This plant grows really well in containers, indoors and out!
Propagation:Our Aztec Sweet Herb is grown from seed and capable to harvest now and within the season.
Our rare edible plants come in all shapes and sizes. Pot Sizes range from Small to X-Large. Plant sizes are approximate and vary based on plant type, age, season, etc.. Learn more about our five different plant sizes and the eco-friendly pots they ship in!
