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hortelã-pimenta

Mentha piperita

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About

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 (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Mentha piperita (hortelã-pimenta)

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 hortelã-pimenta?

The scientific name of hortelã-pimenta is Mentha piperita. It belongs to the genus Mentha.

Where does hortelã-pimenta live?

hortelã-pimenta 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 hortelã-pimenta belong to?

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

What kingdom does hortelã-pimenta belong to?

hortelã-pimenta (Mentha piperita) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of hortelã-pimenta?

The closest relatives of hortelã-pimenta in the genus Mentha include hortelã-crespa, poejo, Apple Mint, Bigleaf Mint, Mint.