MINT leaf

Mint leaves (Mentha piperita, Pulegius & Silvestris), Spearminnt

Other Names: Stinking
Spearmint and Peppermint belong to the same plant family, with peppermint being more commonly used for therapeutic purposes and spearmint for flavoring.

Basic Properties: aromatic, tonic, antiseptic, astringent, anesthetic, bile tonic, diuretic, natural aphrodisiac


Therapeutic use:
for indigestion, diarrhea, soothes inflammation of the intestinal system, calms tense nerves, for colic, for bile problems, the Arabs used mint and peppermint infusion as a stimulant of sexual desire.

Culinary use:
It flavors sauces, salads, red meats, meatballs, pies, omelets, wines, vinegars.

How is it used:
as an infusion: 1 teaspoon of mint leaves in 1 cup of water for 10-15 minutes
as a decoction: boil 10 g. leaves in 1 liter of water. Drink 3 cups a day.

Special precautions: