Peppermint, Mentha x piperita, is a cross between water mint and spearmint, and is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It was first named and described in 1696 by the botanist John Ray. The herb is widely used for its flavour in the kitchen and for medicinal purposes. Peppermint is also used as a popular flavouring for confectionary and some personal hygiene products. Its energetics are dry, hot and cooling. Forms of this member of the mint family were found in ancient Egyptian buildings and it was also popular with the Romans and Greeks. Magically, Peppermint is associated with love, psychic power, divination, divine communication, rest, protection and prosperity.
Mint grows wild worldwide. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping habit and tenacious root system. Like most mints, Peppermint grows rapidly and best contained in a pot.
The key natural constituents of peppermint are:
Menthone, menthol, and menthyl acetate. Also, bitters, tannins and flavonoids.
This product contains dried leaves.
Not suitable for children.
Suggested use: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons per mug of freshly boiled and slightly cooled water, allow to steep for 5 to 10 minutes and strain to remove herbs.
Please do remember that magical descriptions are for entertainment purposes only. Do not give herbs to children and be aware that if you are taking prescription medication, have a known medical condition or are pregnant or lactating, you should seek advice from your medical practitioner and a qualified herbalist who is a member of a professional organisation such as NIMH or CPP before taking herbs. Please do not offer herbs to other people without making them aware that they should also follow this advice.
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