Peppermint
(Wild Mint or Field Mint)
(Mentha arvensis)
INGREDIENT IN: LeCrystal Clear, LeLiteN, LeSynopsis, LePaine, LeTendaCare
AROMATIC CONSIDERATIONS: Peppermint arvensis is similar to peppermint piperita, but is more reminiscent of candy canes.
RESONANCE: physical, mental
PLANT FAMILY:Labiatae
PART UTILIZED: stems, leaves, flower buds
EXTRACTION METHOD: steam distilled
Therapeutic Aspects: The properties and actions for peppermint arvensis are very similar to mentha piperita.
CAUTIONS: Arvensis has a higher menthol content than piperita, making it slightly more potent therapeutically, and a little more caustic.
