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Botanical Name: Mentha arvensis

Plant Part: Flowering Herb

Extraction Method: Steam

Origin: Nepal

Description: There are several species of the Mentha arvensis perennial herb that can grow to 1 meter in height, spreading due to their underground runners. Peppermint has hairy leaves with serrated edges and purple spiked flowers. Peppermint is known for it's high menthol content. It is so high in fact, that menthol crystals sometimes form right on the leaves.

Colour: Pale off white to light yellow

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Medium to Strong

Blends Well With: Peppermint blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine, Rosemary, Spearmint and Thyme.

Aromatic Scent: Peppermint has a sharp, penetrating mint scent based on its high menthol content. The sweetness of the vapour makes it easy to see why it is such a common flavoring and scenting agent.

History: Peppermint and it's name has it's roots in Greek mythology. Pluto - god of the dead - fell in love with Minthe, herself a beautiful nymph. Pluto's goddess wife Persephone became jealous and turned Minthe into a plant, but out of respect for her beauty, she ensured that she would have a wonderful and fragrant aroma.

Cautions: Peppermint can be sensitizing due to the menthol content.

Do not consume. For external use only. Keep away from children and eyes.

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