As Espécies da Quinta

Spearmint Mentha spicata Lamiaceae

Common mint, garden mint, mackerel mint or lamb mint are other common names for this perennial herbaceous species that is native to Europe and Asia. It is distinguished by the strong smell and flavour of mint, and is used to flavour meat, soups, salads, sauces, drinks, ice creams, sweets, chocolates and chewing gums. It is also used in cosmetics and oral care products. Its essential oil contains carvone, a substance that has antibacterial properties.