Peppermint & Spearmint

Peppermint & Spearmint

 

Mentha x piperita, Mentha spicata 
Peppermint tea has a long history and its origin can be traced back to ancient Egypt and Greece. Peppermint, scientifically known as Mentha x piperita, is a hybrid mint that is believed to have been created by crossing watermint and spearmint.

Date:

November 04, 2023

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Joshua Kaiser

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