Narrowleaf mountainmint is a native herbaceous perennial known for its pollinator-attracting clusters of small white flowers and minty leaves, which are used in herbal teas and as a seasoning. When rubbed on the skin, the leaves can help repel biting insects. The small white flowers grow in clusters that resemble outstretched fingers, drawing in butterflies, bees, moths, skippers, beetles, and wasps. Slender, needle-like leaves, one to two inches long, surround the flowers and release a minty scent, making the plant naturally deer resistant.

The narrowleaf mountainmint grows in a variety of habitats, thriving in dry to medium-wet soils and tolerating full sun to partial shade. It can be found in open prairies, upland woods, low-lying areas, wet thickets, pine barrens, oak forests, and rocky ground. The plant spreads through rhizomes, which help stabilize soil and support its persistence in diverse ecological conditions.

After turning the leaves into a poultice, the Cherokee used the concoction to treat colds, fever, and upset stomach. The plant is also commonly used in herbal teas and culinary applications, valued for its minty aroma and flavor.