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menta piperita

Mentha piperita

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The Black Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is a species in the genus Mentha. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (21 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Mentha piperita (menta piperita)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish menta piperita

French Menthe poivrée

German Pfeffer-Minze

Portuguese hortelã-pimenta

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of menta piperita?

The scientific name of menta piperita is Mentha piperita. It belongs to the genus Mentha.

Where does menta piperita live?

menta piperita is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (21 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does menta piperita belong to?

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

What kingdom does menta piperita belong to?

menta piperita (Mentha piperita) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of menta piperita?

The closest relatives of menta piperita in the genus Mentha include almoradux, herba buena, mastranzo, menta japonesa, Menta Selvatica.