Scientific Name:  Mentha spicata

Country of Origin:  USA

Synonyms:  M.viridis, common spearmint, garden spearmint, spire mint, green mint, lamb mint, pea mint, fish mint.

Plant Family:  Lamiaceae(Labiatie)

Plant Parts Used:  Herb/Flowering tops and leaves.

Extraction Method:  Distillation

Physical Characteristics:  Pale yellow or olive mobile liquid

Dominant Note(s):  Top

Aroma:  Similiar to peppermint

Main Constituents:  L-carvone(50-70%), dihydrocarvone, phellandrene, limonene, menthone, menthol, pulegone, cineol, linalol, pinenes among others

Blends With:  Basil, Grapefruit, Linden Blossom, and Rosemary

Safety Precautions:  Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing, non-photophobic

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