Peppermint
Mentha piperita
Eastern Deciduous Forest, Tall Grass Prairie
Habitat: drainage ditches, near streams, moist habitats
Active chemical ingredient: menthol C10H20O
Parts used: leaves, stems
Used for: treating colds, coughs, sore throat, skin irritations (dermatitis), diarrhea
Preparation: tea made from leaves to treat cold symptoms, eating leaves, crushing leaves and stems to make oil used to treat skin inflammation and diarrhea
Sources: Mentha piperita. (n.d.). Retrieved September 6, 2015, from http://bioweb.uwlax.edu/bio203/2011/hajos_paig/habitat.htm
The Health Potential of Peppermint. (n.d.). Retrieved September 6, 2015, from http://www.healthline.com/health/peppermint-health-potential#3
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