The Egyptians knew mint a long time ago, and the Greeks were well aware of its benefits.

Peppermint is the most commonly used, especially in herbal remedies and essential oils, due to its content, especially menthol.

This type adapts to the western region, so it is well known in most home gardens.

Mint has many therapeutic properties in herbal medicine, and fresh mint also has many uses in the kitchen cooking, as does Penny Royal.