Mint Family I found this plant blooming along the lake shore in Big Ridge State Park. Notice how the opposite leaves alternate directions. Perennial Where seen:Oak Ridge Greenways, Cove Lake SP, Big Ridge SP, Great Smoky Mountains NP, Warriors' Path SP
Mint Family Aquatic Notice how the flowers bloom in whorls above the leaf stems.
Mint Family Smell a piece of leaf from this plant, it has a very strong, distinctive smell. Perennial Where seen:Oak Ridge Greenways, Great Smoky Mountains NP, Big South Fork NRRA, Piney River SNA, Warrior's Path SP
