However, it is unclear where this type of mint originally comes from. Peppermint is the classic among the mint varieties and is often found in gardens and on balconies. Did you know, for example, that pennyroyal is poisonous? Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) You can’t really go wrong with them – but it is certainly worthwhile to find out more about these well-tried species. You have probably heard of the following five types of mint. The following is an overview of mint classics: mints that are very good for tea, mints that are mainly found wild, and more exotic mints with special flavours. Although there are not quite that many, the mint genus is extensive and new varieties are always being bred. In a verse by Walahfrid Strabo from the 9th century it is said that if one wanted to name the many species and names of mint, he would have to list as many as there are fish in the sea. The healing properties of mint have been known for a long time and are said to help with ailments such as gastrointestinal pain, colds, headaches and muscle aches. This is no wonder because mints not only smell wonderful, they can also be creatively processed in the kitchen. Mints belong to the Labiatae family ( Lamiaceae) and are popular in herb beds or in pots on balconies, windowsills and terraces. Common features of the different types of mint.Strawberry mint (Mentha species ‘Strawberry’).

Chocolate mint (Mentha x piperita var.Pineapple mint (Mentha suaveolens variegata).Apple mint or round-leaved mint (Mentha suaveolens).English mint (Mentha × piperita ‘Mitcham’).Water mint or brook mint (Mentha aquatica).

Mint leaf plant