Mentha spicata, Mentha spp.
Spearmint
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Common names
4 names · 3 languages- EnglishYour language
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- Spearmint
Other languages (2)
- Dutch
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- Aarmunt
- Groene munt
- French
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- Menthe verte
Sources & name notes
Names recorded in our plant catalogue, grouped by language. Usage can vary by region.
General information
Plant characteristics
Growing conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun
Uses
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Essential oil, Repellent, Bee forage, Fragrant
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and have an intense mint flavor. They are often added to salads and warm dishes for extra taste. Furthermore, the leaves can be used to make refreshing herbal tea. The essential oil from both the leaves and the flowers is widely used as a flavoring in candies, ice cream, beverages, and other treats.
Harvest
Sources and references
References for the information marked with source numbers on this page.
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
World Checklist of Vascular Plants, version 16, extracted 4 June 2026
Supports: Botanical family
Relevant sections
- Botanical family: WCVP v16, wcvp_names.csv row 90283; name ID 124319; Mentha L.. Family column.
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