Mentha viridis

Common Name :
Spearmint

Scientific Name :
Mentha viridis

Medicinal value :
Spearmint is a effective herb for preventing vomiting during pregnancy. This is also beneficial for babies for treating colds, gas and flu.

Religious Importance :
Put some spearmint under your sleeping pillow, it protects from nightmares and gives deep sleep.

Habitat:
This herb is the member of mint family. It can tolerate different soils and conditions and can be reach 3 feet high.

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