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The next four types of mint have a long tradition in countries where tea drinking plays an important role. No wonder, then, that these mints are all particularly good for making tea. Moroccan mint (Mentha spicata var. crispa Morocco) Nozhat F, Alaee S, Behzadi K, Azadi Chegini N. Evaluation of possible toxic effects of spearmint (Mentha spicata) on the reproductive system, fertility and number of offspring in adult male rats. Avicenna J Phytomed. 2014;4(6):420-429.

Fun Fact: There are two national holidays in the United States that are specifically for celebrating mint! You can share your love for mint as early as the 18th of January every year for National Chocolate Mint Day. Then, there’s the National Peppermint Latte day that’s celebrated on the 3rd of December annually. The following mints can all be discovered in the wild – in fields or along paths. Nevertheless, they can of course also be planted and cultivated in the garden or in pots. Field mint (Mentha arvensis)Used as a fumigant, spearmint essential oil is an effective insecticide against adult moths. [35] Antimicrobial research [ edit ]

Although there are more than 30 species of mint with different properties and flavours, the different species have a lot in common: first of all, their appearance. Of course, individual species and varieties differ in appearance, but many mints look very similar. So you don’t have to be an expert to spot a member of the mint genus. If you have tasted dried mint, forget it. The fresh peppermint leaves have a way stronger and “denser” flavor. If you want to know more about the differences between dry and fresh herbs, you can have a look at the article below! Chemical Compound Comparison for Flavor Profiles Nozhat, F., Alaee, S., Behzadi, K., & Chegini, N. A. (2014, November). Evaluation of possible toxic effects of spearmint (Mentha spicata) on the reproductive system, fertility and number of offspring in adult male rats. Avicenna Journal of Phytomedicine Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. a b "Spearmint | Encyclopedia.com". www.encyclopedia.com. Archived from the original on 2018-12-11 . Retrieved 2018-12-10.Mahboubi M. Mentha spicata as natural analgesia for treatment of pain in osteoarthritis patients. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2017;26:1-4. doi:10.1016/j.ctcp.2016.11.001 Mints belong to the Labiatae family ( Lamiaceae) and are popular in herb beds or in pots on balconies, windowsills and terraces. This is no wonder because mints not only smell wonderful, they can also be creatively processed in the kitchen. The healing properties of mint have been known for a long time and are said to help with ailments such as gastrointestinal pain, colds, headaches and muscle aches. The Mentha genus, as discussed in this document from the University of Nis, includes hundreds of different types of herbs (called species)! Hence, the mint you have a home is one species of the hundreds of the Mentha genus. As with most types of mint, the care of spearmint is easy. Mint in the garden should be mulched annually to keep the roots cool and moist. Potted mint does best when fertilized monthly during the growing season with a liquid fertilizer.