basil balm

Definitions of basil balm

1. noun

   perennial herb of North America (New York to Illinois and mountains of Alaska) having aromatic leaves and clusters of yellowish-pink balls
   synonyms: Monarda clinopodia

   type of:

   monarda, wild bergamot

   any of various aromatic herbs of the genus Monarda
2. noun

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

   type of:

   herb, herbaceous plant

   a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests