Skullcap, Dark violet

Skullcap is a perennial flowering plant from the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is native to North America and has a variety of species found around the world. Skullcap is known for its small, blue or purple flowers which form a cap-like shape, earning it its common name. The plant grows to a height of 3-9 inches and has oval or lance-shaped, opposite and toothed leaves growing from petioles. The flowers range in color from white to violet-blue and are found in the upper axils of the leaves. The plant is moderately hardy and can be found in many different habitats, including low wet woods, swamps, and shale-barrens.