Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
Spearmint, also known as Common mint, Menthol mint
Spearmint, a versatile herb from the mint family, is widely appreciated for its refreshing taste. Its leaves can be used in a range of culinary applications. In food, spearmint leaves are ideal for adding a fresh burst of flavor to salads, desserts, and sauces. They are also popular in beverages, enhancing the taste of teas, smoothies, and cocktails like mojitos. Additionally, spearmint leaves can be used to infuse water, providing a cool and invigorating drink.
Key Facts About Spearmint
Attributes of Spearmint
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 1.3 m
Spread
1 m to 1.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 mm to 3 mm
Flower Color
Purple White Pink
Scientific Classification of Spearmint
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Mints plantains olives and allies
Family
Mint
Genus
Mints
Species
Spearmint
Toxicity
Ingestion of leaves or sap, significant physical contact with sap