Mazhar Botanic Garden

Mentha longifolia (L.) Huds

Horse Mint

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000267
English name: Horse Mint
Arabic name: نعناع سعودي
Native: Europe, central Asia, Africa
Country: Africa Europe
(PGR): Very common

Perennial herb  with erect growth form up to 1 m tall leaves elongated, lance-shaped with a toothed leaf edge flowers purplish, in spike inflorescences

Soil: Most grow best in wet environments and moist soils

The leaves can be used to prepare an herbal tea. The essential oil has strong antimicrobial and antioxidant activity

Texture: Moist
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seeds , rootstock, cutting
Flowering time: Summer and autumn
Status: Cultivated
Life span: Perennial
Habits: Herb
Plant Uses: Kitchen
Located in: Kitchen garden SHV

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