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yerbabuena

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 (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Mentha spicata (yerbabuena)

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 yerbabuena?

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

Where does yerbabuena live?

yerbabuena 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 yerbabuena belong to?

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

What kingdom does yerbabuena belong to?

yerbabuena (Mentha spicata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of yerbabuena?

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