Yerba Mansa is a perennial herb in the lizard tail family. The plant has been described by local residents as magical, its qualities almost mythical. Yerba Mansa translates from Spanish as the calming herb. It has been used by American Indians and Hispanics for centuries for ailments such as toothaches and sinus infections. Grows well in very wet soil or shallow water.
Yerba mansa (Anemopsis californica)
Hardiness Zone: 6-9
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Shade
Height: 6" to 12" - Spread: 12" - 24"
Water Depth: Wet Soil or water to 3" deep (Maximum water depth is for mature bog plants)
CALIFORNIA and ARIZONA CUSTOMERS NOTE: OUR MARGINAL BOG PLANTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO SHIP TO CALIFORNIA DUE TO CALIFORNIA STATE AGRICULTURAL LAWS NOT PERMITTING SHIPPING POTTED PLANTS WITH SOIL INTO THE STATE.