Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cervina
ID:
241196

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 578 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000240528



Common Names

  • Mentha cervina
  • Deer Mint
  • Deer-mint


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Synonyms

  • Mentha multifida Stokes [unknown]
  • Mentha punctata Moench [unknown]
  • Preslia cervina Fresen. [unknown]
  • Preslia glabriflora Opiz [unknown]
  • Preslia villiflora Opiz [unknown]
  • Pulegium cervinum Mill. [unknown]

Description

Mentha cervina (also called 'Deer Mint', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in wet, temperate habitats. It is a perennial herb with lanceolate leaves and small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mentha cervina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mentha cervina is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentha cervina is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and should be 6-8 inches long. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and burying it in soil. The branch should be left in place until roots have developed, which can take up to a year.

Where to Find Mentha cervina

Mentha cervina is native to Europe. It can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woods.

Mentha cervina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentha cervina?

Mentha cervina

What is the common name of Mentha cervina?

Deer Mint

Where does Mentha cervina grow?

Mentha cervina is native to Europe

Species in the Mentha genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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