noun
- Plural of nepeta; plants of the genus Nepeta, including catnip and catmint, known for their aromatic foliage and small flowers.
Usage: botanical term; commonly used in gardening and horticulture
Examples
- The gardener planted several nepetas along the border to attract pollinators.
- Nepetas are popular in herb gardens for their fragrant leaves.
- Many species of nepetas bloom throughout the summer months.
- Cats are often attracted to nepetas, especially catnip varieties.
- The nepetas in her garden thrived in well-drained soil and full sun.