Spearmint

Mentha spicata

Русское название: Мята колосистая

A fragrant herb used in drinks and cooking. Underground runners spread vigorously, so a separate container is often practical. Several mint species and hybrids can look similar.

✳ Scientific names are used to reduce confusion between local names.

Photograph of Mentha spicata — View author & license · Wikimedia Commons ↗

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Safety information

Do not use photographs or online summaries to identify wild plants for eating or medicinal use. Some poisonous plants resemble edible species and even handling certain species can cause harm. If poisoning is suspected, contact your local poison service or urgent medical care. Do not wait for symptoms.

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◎Distribution

Europe and western Asia; cultivated globally

♧Habitat

Moist fertile soil, gardens and containers

✺Identification limits

Images and brief descriptions are for learning, not for reliably identifying a specimen. Take particular care with poisonous plants and mushrooms.

Further reading and image creditsMentha spicata — Wikipedia overview ↗Photo, author and license — Wikimedia Commons ↗

Identification is never guaranteed by a photo. Scientific names are used to reduce confusion between local names.

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