Bush Mint

Mentha spicata is a member of the Lamiaceae family and is commonly referred to as Spearmint or Bush Mint. It is native to Europe and southern temperate Asia, with a distribution that extends from Ireland to southern China. The species has been introduced and naturalized in various temperate regions, including parts of Africa, North America, and South America. It is widely used for its aromatic properties, particularly in food, herbal teas, and as oil of spearmint for flavoring and scenting purposes. The name Mentha spicata is homotypic with M. spicata var. spicata, which has statutory priority.