Peppermint photo by Jolene Cooper
Scientific Name: Mentha piperita
Other Names: Brandy Mint, Lamb Mint
Parts Used: Flowers, Leaves
Preparation & Dosage:
Herbal Actions: Analgesic, Anesthetic, Anodyne, Antibacterial, Anti-emetic, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Anti-ulcer, Aphrodisiac, Aromatic, Calmative, Carminative, Cholagogue, Choleretic, Diaphoretic, Nervine, Refrigerant, Rubefacient, Stomachic, Tonic
Uses: Abdominal Pain, Anxiety, Asthma, Cellulitis, Chronic Bronchitis, Colds, Colic, Constipation, Cough, Cramps, Cystitis, Diarrhea, Dysmenorrhea, Dyspepsia, Enteritis, Fatigue, Fevers, Flatulence, Flatulent Dyspepsia, Gastritis, Gastrodynia, Gonorrhea, Headaches, Heartburn, Herpes, Indigestion, Influenza, Insomnia, Intestinal Colic, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Itching, Laryngitis, Migraine, Motion Sickness, Mouth Sores, Mumps, Muscle Spasms, Nasal Congestion, Nausea, Nervousness, Pain Relief, Pruritis Ani, Rheumatism, Senility, Spastic Colon, Sunburn, Tension, Toothache, Vaginal Yeast Infections, Viruses, Vomiting, Wasp Stings
Contraindications: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not give to children under 5. Do not take essential oil internally.
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