An emblematic plant of tonic infusions

Due to its high menthol content, it is often used as an infusion after meals, in respiratory blends, or to freshen breath. For external use, it can be prepared as a decoction for tonic or soothing compresses.

Description

Mixture of roughly chopped leaves and flower tops, dark green to brown-green, bright minty aroma, intense, refreshing and stimulating taste.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Peppermint
• Latin name: Mentha piperita
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Part used: Aerial part (leaves and flowering tops)
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Europe, North America
• English name: Peppermint aerial parts
• Name in German: Pfefferminz Kraut
• Name in Spanish: Partes aéreas de menta piperita
• Name in Italian: Parti aeree di menta piperita
• Name in Arabic: الأجزاء الهوائية من النعناع الفلفلي

Main virtues

Digestive, stimulant, carminative, refreshing, antispasmodic, mental tonic.

Main constituents

Essential oils (menthol, menthone), flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids.

Traditional use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 to 2 teaspoons for 250 ml of simmering water, infuse for 7 to 10 minutes, filter.
• External use: decoction for mouthwash, tonic compresses, refreshing hair friction.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Do not use excessively in children under 6 years old.
• Not recommended in cases of severe gastric reflux or sensitivity to menthol.
• Store in an airtight container away from light and moisture.

History and use

Peppermint is the result of a natural cross between spearmint and water mint. It has been a central plant in herbal medicine for centuries, providing digestive and refreshing benefits. It is also included in modern pharmacopoeias for its widely recognized benefits.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: cool, dry place, away from light.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.

Sources and references

• European Pharmacopoeia
• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Tonic and digestive herbal works

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