Delaware Wildflowers • Scientific names
Perilla frutescens (L.) Britt.
Beefsteak Plant
Lamiaceae — Mint family
Non-native
Middle Run Valley Natural Area
September 2001
White Clay Creek State Park -- Creek Road
September 2010
These plants (which may have been cultivated) show the color that gives the plant its common name.
Thompson Station Road
October 2011
More information on this plant, from other sources.
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