Mentha x piperita vulgaris

Mentha x piperita vulgaris
Family:Mentha x piperita vulgaris; Abortifacient; Anodyne; Antiseptic; Antispasmodic; Aromatherapy; Carminative; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Refrigerant; Stomachic; Tonic; Vasodilator.
Common name:Black peppermint
Black peppermint is a very important and commonly used herbal remedy being employed by allopathic doctors as well as herbalists. It is also widely used as a domestic remedy. This cultivar is considered to be stronger acting than white peppermint (Mentha x piperita officinalis). A tea made from the leaves has traditionally been used in the treatment of fevers headaches digestive disorders (especially flatulence) and various minor ailments. The herb is abortifacient anodyne antiseptic antispasmodic carminative cholagogue diaphoretic refrigerant stomachic tonic and vasodilator. An infusion is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome digestive problems spastic colon etc. Externally a lotion is applied to the skin to relieve pain and reduce sensitivity. The leaves and stems can be used fresh or dried they are harvested for drying in August as the flowers start to open. The essential oil in the leaves is antiseptic and strongly antibacterial though it is toxic in large doses. When diluted it can be used as an inhalant and chest rub for respiratory infections. The essential oil is used in aromatherapy. Its keyword is 'Cooling'.

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