Product: Peppermint
Plant Family: Lamiaceae
 
Description: Mentha x piperita is a flowering perennial that is native to Europe and has since spread worldwide. Peppermint is a natural hybrid of spearmint and water mint. It is used for its healthful properties and has many applications in food. Peppermint leaf is commonly steeped as a refreshing peppermint tea but is also popular in herbal tea blends and candies.
 
The herb is easy to grow in moist soil and is commonly cultivated around the world for its many applications in food and medicine. 
 
Peppermint contains an essential oil that is unique among mints for its quality and flavour. The oil of peppermint offers its cool, refreshing flavour and unmistakable aroma to a wide variety of foods and beverages.
 
Precautions: No known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.