The upper leaves are clasped to the stem, and whereas the broad, lower ones attach to the stalk of the plant.
Purple flowers extend from the leaves.
The henbit is a member of the mint family. Its scientific name is part Greek and part Latin. The thread referring to the corolla tube between two lips, is easily distinguishable. People gave this plant a common name of henbit, which implies that the seeds are eaten by chickens. The leaves measure between 1.3 and 3.8 centimeters in length.