Widespread in North America and Canada.
It is a perennial plant and grows up to 45-150 cm in height. Stems erect, lanceolate, opposite, up to 8 cm long. The flowers are zygomorphic inflorescences.
It is used in colds, gastrointestinal diseases, against germs. The flowers contain honey.
Grows well in moist soil, in a sunny place. Propagated by seeds and cuttings. 200S cold resistant.