Mentha × piperita
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Mentha × piperita

نعناع · پونه · پودینہ · مينهن · ٹکسال

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: high Toxicity: high
Water every
4 days
Hardiness
Zone 3–11
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Description

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Peppermint (Mentha × piperita) is a hybrid species of mint, a cross between watermint and spearmint. Indigenous to Europe and the Middle East, the plant is now widely spread and cultivated in many regions of the world. It is occasionally found in the wild with its parent species.Although the genus Mentha comprises more than 25 species, the one in most common use is peppermint. While Western peppermint is derived from Mentha × piperita, Chinese peppermint, or bohe, is derived from the fresh leaves of M. haplocalyx. M. × piperita and M. haplocalyx are both recognized as plant sources of menthol and menthone, and are among the oldest herbs used for both culinary and medicinal products.

Care Guide

💧 Water Every 3-5 days

The general rule when watering mint plants is to water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. Mint growing outdoors or in pots indoors will usually need watering about twice per week. Water them in the morning to keep the soil lightly moist as the temperature rises in the day. Wilting foliage is typically a sign that your plant needs more moisture.

Suggested frequency: Every 3-5 days
☀️ Light
🌡️ Temperature

Mint plants can adapt to almost any climate condition, tolerating the cold and heat. They grow best in moderate to high humidity and temperatures between 55-70°F (13-21°C). For mint growing in pots indoors, increase the humidity with regularly misting or a pebble tray filled with water.

💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil
🌱 Fertilizer

Mint plants growing in rich soil won't need supplemental fertilizer. For nutrient-poor soil, feed well with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer during the growing season.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Prune back stems to encourage bushier growth and maintain a controlled growth habit. Mint plants in pots or between paved areas often have a confined growth and don't need much pruning.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Mint plants are safe for humans but may be toxic to pets. However, according to the ASPCA, the essential oils in mint are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. If a lot is ingested, it can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

Characteristics

Plant Type
Perennial
Genus
Mentha
Family
Lamiaceae
Hardiness Zone
Depending on the variety, 3 through 11
Bloom Time
Summer
Native Area
Eurasia,  North America, southern Africa, and Australia

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Common Names (18)

ar نعناع
ar پونه
ar پودینہ
ar مينهن
ar ٹکسال
en Peppermint
en Chocolate Mint
en Black Peppermint
en Curly Mint
en Hairy Peppermint
en White Peppermint
en English Mint
en পুদিনা
en Nana
en Mentha x piperita
hi पुदीना
ru Мята холодная
ru Мята перечная