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Peppermint
النعناع الفلفلي · Mentha × piperita
A mint with a strong cool taste, used in tea and as a source of menthol oil.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | النعناع الفلفلي |
|---|---|
| English name | Peppermint |
| Scientific name | Mentha × piperita |
| Family | Mint family (Lamiaceae) |
| Plant type | Perennial herb |
| Height | 30 to 60 cm |
| Water use | High |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
October to November, and February to March
Harvest time
October to May
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Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A plant with square purple stems and dark toothed leaves. It spreads by creeping stems.
Where it grows
Grown in pots and gardens in all regions with water and part shade.
Soil
Needs rich, moist soil.
Water and irrigation
Needs regular watering.
Climate and light
Likes half shade in summer.
Propagation
From cuttings or runners.
Benefits and uses
- Leaves for refreshing tea
- Easy to grow in pots
Drawbacks
- Spreads strongly and needs its own pot
- Needs a lot of water
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources:
- Plants of the World Online (POWO) - Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew: Mentha × piperita
- Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF): Mentha × piperita
- Wikipedia: Peppermint
- FAO Crop Calendar - Food and Agriculture Organization
- Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA)
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) - Plant finder
- Photo source: Wikimedia Commons (free license)