Mint

Aromatic herbs in the mint family (Lamiaceae).

peppermint spearmint

A common name for several aromatic herbs within the mint family (Lamiaceae). Known for their distinctive fragrance and flavor, mints are widely cultivated and used in culinary applications, beverages, aromatherapy, and traditional medicine. Several species exist, including spearmint (Mentha spicata) and peppermint (Mentha × piperita).

Mint derives from Old English mint, of Celtic origin.

Mint is a super-smelly plant that people often grow in their gardens and use to make tea or add flavor to food.

Mint is native to Europe and Asia, Mint can grow very quickly, Peppermint is a popular variety of mint

What family is mint in? Lamiaceae, Is mint edible? Yes, Does mint have a strong smell? Yes

herb

peppermint spearmint

Lamiaceae

aromatic culinary medicinal plant