Description
Mentha Arvensis is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae.
Mentha Arvensis, also known as corn mint or wild mint, is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae. It is native to Europe, North America, western and central Asia, the Himalayan region, and eastern Siberia. The flowers can be white, pink, or pale purple in color. Corn mint oil finds use in traditional medicine practices such as Ayurveda (pudina). It has a sweet, peppermint odour. The mentha arvensis essential oil is pale yellow to yellowish in color.
Common Uses:
Categorized as an essential oil, here are the common non-culinary uses of mentha arvensis oil:
– In pharmaceuticals as a digestive aid, appetizer, and many other diversified uses including in pain balms, ointments, creams, and cough medicines
– In flavouring toothpastes and mouthwashes
– In the food and beverage industry
– In dental care as a topical antibacterial agent that is effective against streptococci and lactobacilli
Storage Best Practices:
Mentha arvensis oil (corn mint oil) has to be stored in a cool and dry place and in properly closed containers.
