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Spearmint

Mentha spicata

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, Seychelles), Asia (India, Japan, Laos), Europe (27 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Peru).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (نباتات)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (كاسيات البذور)

Class

Magnoliopsida (ماغنولانية)

Species

Mentha spicata (Spearmint)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish yerbabuena

French Menthe en grappe

German Grün-Minze

Portuguese hortelã-crespa

Similar Species in Mentha

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spearmint?

The scientific name of Spearmint is Mentha spicata. It belongs to the genus Mentha.

Where does Spearmint live?

Spearmint is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, Seychelles), Asia (India, Japan, Laos), Europe (27 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Peru).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Spearmint belong to?

Spearmint (Mentha spicata) belongs to the genus Mentha, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamiaceae.

What kingdom does Spearmint belong to?

Spearmint (Mentha spicata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of Spearmint?

The closest relatives of Spearmint in the genus Mentha include Apple Mint, Bergamot Mint, Bushy Mint, Apple Mint, Pennyroyal.