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Black Peppermint

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 (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Mentha piperita (Black Peppermint)

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 Black Peppermint?

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

Where does Black Peppermint live?

Black Peppermint 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 Black Peppermint belong to?

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

What kingdom does Black Peppermint belong to?

Black Peppermint (Mentha piperita) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Black Peppermint?

The closest relatives of Black Peppermint in the genus Mentha include American Corn Mint, Apple Mint, Apple Mint, Bergamot Mint, Bigleaf Mint.