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Menthe poivrée

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 (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Mentha piperita (Menthe poivrée)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish menta piperita

French Menthe poivrée

German Pfeffer-Minze

Portuguese hortelã-pimenta

Similar Species in Mentha

menthe à feuilles rondes

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Menthe poivrée?

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

Where does Menthe poivrée live?

Menthe poivrée 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 Menthe poivrée belong to?

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

What kingdom does Menthe poivrée belong to?

Menthe poivrée (Mentha piperita) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Menthe poivrée?

The closest relatives of Menthe poivrée in the genus Mentha include baume, menthe à feuilles rondes, menthe aquatique, Menthe de Requien, menthe des champs.