Pennyroyal
Profile
| Latin Name | Mentha pulegium |
| Chinese Name | Not Known |
| Family | Lamiaceae/Labiatae |
| Note | Top-Middle |
| Aroma | <Strong> Minty, Sharp |
| Color | Clear |
| Parts Distilled | Leaves |
| Regions | South America, Greece |
| Taste | Spicy Nature: Warming |
| Affinity | LU/LR |
| Major Chemical Constituents | Ketones (~25-90% depending on region, Chile being the highest) |
| Skin Type | Antiseptic |
| Dosage | 2% dilution |
TCM Categories
Functions
- Descend qi - coughing, asthma, vomiting, nausea, reflux, constipation Promote bile discharge
Indications
Actions
- Emmenagogue (a substance that stimulates or increases menstrual flow)
- Stomachic (promoting the appetite or assisting digestion)
Contraindications & Cautions
- Not used during pregnancy (toxic will induce abortions)
- Not for pre-pubescent children
Additional Comments
- Repels fleas