Spearmint 100 g, 50 g, 25 g

Spearmint – 100 g ($10.99), 50 g ($7.99) or 25 g ($5.99)

Benefits:

Botanical Name: Mentha spicata
English: Garden Mint, Mentha Spicata, Mackerel Mint, Our Lady’s Mint Green Mint Spite Mart, Sage of Bethlehem, Fish Mint, Bowles mint
Ayurvedic: Pudinaa, Podinaka, Puutihaa, Rochini
Unani: Nanaa, Pudinas Kohi
Also, known as: Menthe de Notre Dame, Erba Santa Maria, Frauen Munze, Lamb Mint, Kruisement nama Kruizemunt, Menthe verte, Menthe douce, Grüne Minze, Krausenumre, menta verde, Menta riceuta, Supea minto, Hortelä-comun, Menta romana, Grón mynta, Krusmynta, Hing dis
Habitat: Mediterranean region
Origin: Egypt
Harvested: Cultivated
Parts Used: Aerial portions mainly leaves,

General Information:
This common garden mint is not a native of these islands, though growing freely in every garden, but is originally a native of the Mediterranean region, and was introduced into Britain by the Romans, being largely cultivated not only by them but also by the other Mediterranean nations. It was in great request by the Romans, and Pliny according to Gerard says of it: ‘The smell of Mint does stir up the minde and the taste to a greedy desire of meate’ Ovid represents the hospitable Baucis and Philemon scouring the board with green mat before laying upon it the food intended for their divine guests. The Ancients believed that mint would prevent the coagulation of milk and its acid fermentation.
Spearmint leaves are broad, hairless and bright green, with toothed margins and prominent rem giving a winkled appearance. The leaves emit a strong spearmint smell even when lightly touched. Spearmint has been used for centuries by Egyptian, Greek, and Roman physicians. The Romans wore mint wreaths on their hair during banquets and decorated their tables with the twigs. Spearmint is milder than Peppermint and is characterized by an invigorating fragrance that is uplifting and calming.

How to use:
Hot Infusion
The basic method for dried herbs and flower is, take 2-3 tablespoons of ground herb in a cup or teapot. Pour hot water over it and cover it with the lid for 10-30 minutes Hot water is needed to draw out the antioxidants, de flavonoids, and volatile oils from the botanicals. Strain and squeeze out as much as liquid as possible and enjoy.