Mentha aquatica
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Mentha aquatica
Also known as:
Water mint
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Water
Format:
Smal
Height:
1.00 m
Width:
1.00 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Wet
Moist, Wet
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Repellent, Fragrant
Repellent, Fragrant
Description
The leaves of this plant can be eaten raw as well as cooked and have a strong, distinctive peppermint scent. They are often used to flavor salads or warm dishes, but the taste can be too strong for some people. The leaves can also be used to make herbal tea.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/06
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Sambucus canadensis American Elder |
Improves flavor and promotes biodiversity in the guild. |
|
Hydrangea serrata Hydrangea, Mountain Hydrangea, Sawtooth Hydrangea |
Helps to retain moisture in the soil, benefiting all plants in the guild. |
|
Urtica dioica Stinging nettel, California nettel |
Aids in attracting beneficial insects that can help with pollination. |
|
Ziziphus jujuba Jujube |
Provides shade and helps prevent soil erosion. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Enhances the overall health of the garden and improves soil nutrients. |