Mexican mint plant or beefsteak plant is having several medicinal properties.
This plant is very hard, has thick fleshy leaves, and grows quickly. They require very little water and can be grown both indoors and outdoors (should not be exposed to direct sunlight). The leaves smell like Ajwain/Oregano. Propagation is by stem cuttings but it can also be grown from seeds.
Prized largely for its foliage, this spreading evergreen perennial is grown as an annual or under glass.
Noteworthy Characteristics
Evergreen, aromatic foliage. Tubular, lipped flowers in lilac-pink, mauve, or white.
Care
Moderately fertile, well-drained soil in dappled shade. Indoors, grow in full light with shade from hot sun.
Propagation
Divide in spring or take stem-tip cuttings anytime. To start from seed, sow when ripe at 66 to 75 F.
Problems
Occasionally, spider mites, mealybugs, leaf spots, and root rot will occur.
Genus : Plectranthus
Zones : 10, 11
Plant Width : 3 to 6 feet
Plant Height : 6 to 12 inches
Moisture : Adaptable
Uses : Containers, Ground Covers
Growth Rate : Fast
Characteristics : Fragrant Foliage, Showy Foliage
Light : Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance : Low
Plant Type : Perennials
Bloom Time : Summer
Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest
Flower Color : White