Monarda Pectinata, commonly known as horsemint or bee balm, belongs to the mint family. Its fragrant leaves and flowers are used in herbal tea and medicinal purposes. Horsemint is also a great pollinator attractor and is a favorite food of hummingbirds and bees. Other synonyms for Monarda Pectinata include purple horsemint, plains horsemint, lemon beebalm, and wild oregano. The plant is native to North America, and its essential oils have been used traditionally by Native Americans to treat headaches, insomnia, and stomach ailments. It is an easily grown plant that can withstand drought and thrives in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.