Element: Fire, Air
Planet: Mercury
Energy: Masculine/Expressive
Properties: Purification, love, sleep, healing, psychic powers
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita
Peppermint is a plant that is believed to be naturally hybridized (from watermint and spearmint) thousands of years ago. It was used in Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome as an herbal medicine. Peppermint has soothing qualities, anti-inflammatory properties, antimicrobial properties, supports digestion, and calms the mind.
Peppermint, also known as Mentha piperita, is a part of the mint family known as Lamiaceae. This herb is a hybrid between watermint (Mentha aquatica) and Spearmint (Mentha spicita). Peppermint can grow up to three feet tall and two feet wide at maturity. Typically, peppermint has smooth, red stems with broad and oval tooth-like leaves that may be hairy. This aromatic perennial herb has a strong, sweet odor and a warm, pungent taste with a cooling aftertaste. The peppermint plant’s fresh leaves are often used in cooking, while the flowers are dried and used to flavor foods. Peppermint is also widely known for its many medicinal properties, primarily in the form of oil.
You might need peppermint if . . .
- You experience digestive issues.
- You suffer from headaches or migraines.
- You want to make a delicious tea.
Benefits of Peppermint
- May ease digestive upset
- May help relieve headaches and migraines
- May relieve clogged sinuses and seasonal allergies
- Antibacterial properties
Disclaimer: Use herbs with caution. It is recommended that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before working with or ingesting any herbs, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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