Peppermint (larger leaves) and Corsican mint plants
Peppermint (etym. Piperita - Mentha) is a sterile hybrid mint, a cross between watermint and spearmint, with a high menthol content, often used in tea and confectionery. Peppermint is the oldest and most popular flavour of mint flavored confectionery (including chewing gum).
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Last updated: 10-20-2005 18:07:09
