[1] The Mosquito Plant is native to New Mexico and western Texas, where it grows in mountainous areas at altitudes of 6,000 feet.

The tubular shape flower blossoms as dark pink clusters and towers over the mint scented foliage.

[2] This species is generally found in New Mexico and Texas in southern mountains at elevations of about 5,000–6,000 feet.

Butterflies are essentially drawn in by the scent of the flowers, while hummingbirds are attracted to the sweet nectar and tubular-shaped blossoms of bright reds or purples.

[6] The mosquito plant has obtained recognition for attracting broad-tailed hummingbirds that are used for migration pattern studies.

Contrary to statements previously on this page, is no scientific evidence that this plant can reduce mosquito populations, nor any plausible mechanism through which it would.