Plant descriptionA hardy perennial herb with green lance shaped leaves and sharp serrated edges. Underground runners enable this herb to be easily propagated. The flowers are pink or lilac coloured and appear on cylindrical spikes.
History
Used throughout history as a culinary herb for its help in settling the digestive system. Ancient Greeks used spearmint to scent bathwater to freshen the senses. Applied to the forehead and temples to ease headaches throughout Europe.
Botanical Family
Lamiaceae
Key constituents
Key constituents
L-carvone (50-70%) dihydrocarvone, phellandrene, limonene, menthone, menthol, cineol, linalol and pinenes.
Main therapeutic properties
Anesthetic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, stomachic.
Main therapeutic uses
Main therapeutic properties
Anesthetic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, stomachic.
Main therapeutic uses
Congested skin, acne, asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, colic, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, fevers, headaches, migraine, nervous tension.
Blends well with
Blends well with
Lavender, Jasmine, Eucalyptus, Basil & Rose Not suitable to use with homeopathic remedies.
Additional information
The oil is produced from the flowering tops of the Spearmint plant and is a pale yellow or 'olive' colour with a spicy minty scent. Very similar properties to Peppermint but is a milder version and more suitable for use with children and during pregnancy. Widely used as a flavouring compound for toiletries, toothpaste, confectionary and chewing gum.
Spearmint has a cooling effect on the skin and a fresh deodorising scent, excellent to use with body scrubs and for massage on a hot day to cool and freshen.
Additional information
The oil is produced from the flowering tops of the Spearmint plant and is a pale yellow or 'olive' colour with a spicy minty scent. Very similar properties to Peppermint but is a milder version and more suitable for use with children and during pregnancy. Widely used as a flavouring compound for toiletries, toothpaste, confectionary and chewing gum.
Spearmint has a cooling effect on the skin and a fresh deodorising scent, excellent to use with body scrubs and for massage on a hot day to cool and freshen.
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