Mentha arvensis

Once considered a circumboreal native, but the North American plant (once listed as a subspecies) is now considered a distinct species - Mentha canadensis. So references to native status may be inconsistent. The common name "ginger mint" testifies to its use for fragrance (sweet fruity scent), spice, and herbal medicine.

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Field Mint
Type: 
Non-Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture: 
Moist
Wet
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Attracts butterflies
Can be weedy

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