Latin name: Mentha aquatica L. Syn.: M. piperita L.
Botanical family: Lamiaceae
Growth habit: Herb
Vernacular name(s): peppermint (Eng.)
menthe poivrée (Fr.)
Uses:
Used for sore throat and for kidney troubles in combination with beaver castor [Algonquin: 75].
Leaves :Steeped and used for headache [Algonquians 63].