Common Name(s): | Lance-leaf frogfruit, Frogfruit |
Scientific Name: | Lippia lanceolata |
Family: | Verbenaceae |
Growth Traits: | Native, perennial, warm season |
Description: A low-growing forb which has leaves that are about 0.5 to 3 inches long. The leaves are widest at the middle and toothed from the middle to the tip. Usually occurs in moist soil. Lance-leaf frogfruit is grazed by cattle and deer, and utilized by many pollinators. |
Chemical Control Options: Chemical control is unknown, but control usually is not needed. |
Mechanical Control Options: Mowing can reduce it, but control usually is not needed. |
Biological Control Options: Heavy cattle impact will reduce it, but control usually is not needed. |