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Herb name: spearmint, Mentha piperita
Family: Lamiaceae Useful plant parts: Leaves Description: Spearmint is a herb that usually grows between 30 and 80 cm in height and has a number of underground and overhead spreading roots. The stalk is edgy, and in the upper parts, relatively branched. The leaves are oblong and usually 4 to 7 cm long with a serrated edge. Pink flowers are gathered in blooms at the tops of branches.
Collecting period and locations: The leaves can be gathered at any time of the year. As for the locations, the type of mint that is mentioned here has been cultivated in the second half of the 20th century in England, and has since then been grown and cultivated in many places over the world. This plant can also sometimes be found in the wild, but it is primarily propagated through its spreading roots. Medicinal properties and applications: Spearmint tea is a good remedy for stomach and intestinal problems, especially those associated with flatulence, cramping and smelly stool. Also, spearmint tea stimulates the creation of bile and its secretion.
Active compounds: Essential oil (which contains menthol) and tannins. Recipe: One tablespoon of dried spearmint leaves are added to 1/4 liters of boiling water and left 10-15 minutes. After that, the tea is drained and is ready for use.
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