Description

The genus Mentha comprises of over 20 individual species with a diversity of varieties and chemotypes, most of which have aromatic foliage. However, only the essential oil extracted from M. piperita and M. arvensis (Cornmint), has the sharp, crisp and familiar aroma we associate with the term ‘peppermint’. Mint is a day-length sensitive plant, requiring long days (> 16 hr) for optimum oil production, from extracting the essential oil from the leaves.  The world’s third most important flavour.

M. piperita is a perennial herbaceous plant reaching a height up to 1 metre and has smooth, quadrangular upright stems that branch towards the top. The plant propagates by underground runners called stolons, and its spreading, invasive habit and rampant growth rate forms an abundant carpet of oval, serrated, deep-green coloured leaves. The flowers are spike shaped and usually purple in colour.  It has longer leaves than that of Spearmint, with purple stems. Considered a hybrid of Spearmint and Watermint (M. aquatica), it has pronounced flavor and is the classic source of mint essential oil.

Ingredients: Mentha Piperita Oil

Botanical name: Mentha piperita

Common name: Peppermint Premium

Plant part: Herb

Extraction method: Steam distilled

Common uses: Peppermint has traditionally been used for its analgesic properties and has been known to be beneficial in relieving muscular aches and pains.

Note: Top

Strengh of aroma: Strong

Aromatic scent: Strong, fresh grassy-minty aroma.

Caution: Non-toxic and non-irritant. May cause sensitisation in some individuals. Avoid during pregnancy.