Containing between 6900 and 7600 species, this plant family includes many well-known herbs like mint, basil, rosemary, sage, marjoram, oregano, thyme, lavender, chia, lemon balm, hyssop, and perilla. This family also includes the teak tree and other perennial shrubs, trees, and vines. Plants grow easily from stem cuttings, making it a popular family for cultivation. Flowers usually have fused petals that resemble an upper and lower lip. Leaves are mostly arranged oppositely, growing off the stem in pairs at right angles to the last pair.
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