basil balm

(noun) perennial herb of North America (New York to Illinois and mountains of Alaska) having aromatic leaves and clusters of yellowish-pink balls. Synonyms: basil balm, Monarda clinopodia.

(noun) fragrant European mint having clusters of small violet-and-white flowers; naturalized especially in eastern North America. Synonyms: basil thyme, basil balm, mother of thyme, Acinos arvensis, Satureja acinos.