Spearmint
Profile
| Latin Name | Mentha spicata |
| Chinese Name | Not Known Family: Lamiaceae/Labiatae Note: Top-Middle |
| Aroma | <Strong> Minty |
| Color | Clear |
| Parts Distilled | Leaves Regions: North Africa Taste: Spicy |
| Nature | Cooling |
| Affinity | LU/LR |
| Major Chemical Constituents | Ketones (~60-70% laevo-carvone) |
| Skin Type | NIA |
| Dosage | 2% dilution |
TCM Categories
Functions
- Clear Wind-Heat
- Promote wei-defensive qi movement to relieve muscular and digestive spasms
- Relieve itch
Indications
Actions
- Anti-inflammatory
- Expectorant
- Stomachic (promoting the appetite or assisting digestion)
Contraindications & Cautions
- Neurotoxic
- Not used during pregnancy
- Not for pre-pubescent children
Additional Comments
- Spearmint improves with age.