Trichostema: Trichos'tema: from trichos, "hair," and stema, "stamens," and alluding to the hair-like stamens.

[Wikipedia] Odor, Insect Pollen Source,Uses: The common name 'vinegarweed' originated due to its foliage containing volatile oils that have a strong vinegar odor. The oils have phytotoxic properties, which help the plant compete by killing or injuring other plant species.[4] Uses The plant is an important a pollen source for native bees and other insects. When a pollinating insect alights on the lower lobes of the corolla, and inserts its mouth parts into the nectar-containing lower section of the same tube, the narrow corolla portion above is straightened and snaps rapidly downward brushing pollen onto the insect's back.[6] The volatile oils make it unpalatable to grazing and foraging animals.[7] Medical plant The indigenous peoples of California used this as a traditional medicinal plant, as a cold and fever remedy, a pain reliever, and a flea insect repellent.[8][9] (link added by Mary Ann Machi)