Origin of plant grown: USA
Scientific name: Mentha piperita
Distillation method: Steam distillation
Plant part: Leaf
Peppermint is a refreshing crisp herb, with a sharp cooling minty aroma.
Aromatherapy: uplifting, refreshing, cheering.
Botanical Source
- Japanese Mint (Mentha arvensis): Also called Cornmint, it’s a wild species of mint.
- Peppermint (Mentha × piperita): A hybrid plant, cross between Watermint and Spearmint.
Compare Between
- Japanese Mint = stronger, sharper, more cooling (best for topical relief & congestion).
- Peppermint = gentler, more versatile (great for digestion, focus, and balanced aromatherapy use).