{"product_id":"aztec-sweet-herb-lippia-dulcis-plant","title":"Aztec Sweet Herb Lippia Dulcis Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eAztec sweet herb lippia dulcis. A fast spreading plant with small white flowers and sweet tasting leaves. Zones 9-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🌿🍬 Aztec Sweet Herb – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLippia dulcis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAztec Sweet Herb (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLippia dulcis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a fascinating aromatic herb native to Mexico, Central America, and parts of the Caribbean. Also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet Lippia, Mexican Sweet Herb, or Hierba Dulce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it is famous for foliage with an intensely sweet flavor and a distinctive herbal, slightly minty aroma. Its small green leaves and spreading habit also make it an attractive trailing plant for herb gardens, hanging baskets, and containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall, textured green leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaves have slightly serrated edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-growing, spreading to trailing habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStems can cascade beautifully over the sides of containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces clusters of tiny white flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage releases a strong sweet, aromatic fragrance when rubbed or crushed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan create a dense mat of growth under warm, bright conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers bright light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoors, provide a sunny window or strong grow light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoors, grows well in partial sun to full sun depending on climate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle morning sun is especially beneficial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome afternoon protection can help during extremely hot weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsufficient light can result in stretched, sparse growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers relatively consistent moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater when the top inch of soil begins to dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly and allow excess moisture to drain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid allowing the plant to remain completely dry for extended periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer-grown plants may require more frequent watering during hot weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering Warning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAztec Sweet Herb appreciates regular moisture, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edon't keep the roots constantly soggy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Don't water on a strict schedule—check the soil first. Water when the upper layer begins to dry and allow excess moisture to drain freely. Prolonged saturated conditions can lead to root and stem problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoves warm growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal temperature: approximately 65–85°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppreciates moderate humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitive to cold temperatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot frost tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring container plants indoors before freezing weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppreciates good airflow, particularly in humid conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePrefers fertile, well-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality potting soil or coco coir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerlite or pumice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic matter or compost may be incorporated for outdoor plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil should retain some moisture while still draining freely\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainers should have drainage holes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing under warm, bright conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally spreading and trailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for hanging baskets and herb containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinching growing tips encourages fuller, bushier growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasily propagated from stem cuttings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStems may root where they contact moist soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilize lightly during active growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be grown outdoors during warm weather and overwintered indoors in colder climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eReliable pet-specific safety information for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLippia dulcis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is limited\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's safest to prevent cats and dogs from consuming significant quantities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcentrated extracts or essential oils should not be given to pets without veterinary guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Plant Lovers Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFascinating naturally sweet foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWonderful aromatic fragrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive trailing growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiny white flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing and easy to propagate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteresting addition to an unusual herb collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful enough to grow as an ornamental plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDefinitely one of those plants that makes people say, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Wait…you can grow WHAT?”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 😂🍬🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Nerd Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The intense sweetness of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLippia dulcis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is associated with a compound called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehernandulcin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is dramatically sweeter than table sugar. However, the plant also contains other compounds, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecamphor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and its chemistry can vary. Because of that, Aztec Sweet Herb should not automatically be treated like stevia or used in large quantities simply because the leaves taste sweet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Use Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLippia dulcis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has a long history of traditional use in Mexico and Central America. While the leaves have historically been used for flavoring and herbal preparations, traditional use does not automatically establish safety or medical effectiveness. It is best enjoyed with appropriate caution rather than marketed as a treatment for health conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gingers greenhouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42446994210871,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/3465\/6055\/files\/3a0d3496dc4d075095b5533233b2a5af74aa974f4c24919d26a12e2001079d69.jpg?v=1789592552","url":"https:\/\/thehappymonsteraplantco.com\/products\/aztec-sweet-herb-lippia-dulcis-plant","provider":"The Happy Monstera Plant Co ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}