This plant can be easily confused with some of the weedier Eurasian mints, but should not be destroyed because it's not particularly common in Illinois. Notwithstanding its name, Downy Wood Mint occurs in open areas more often than woodlands, unlike other members of the genus, such as Blephilia hirsuta (Hairy Wood Mint). Other common names for Blephilia ciliata are 'Ohio Horsemint' and 'Pagoda Plant.'