Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
241403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
J. Exped. Trop. Australia : 362 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000240735



Common Names

  • Mentha grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Mint
  • Large-flowered Horsemint


Searching for Mentha grandiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Mentha grandiflora (also called Large-flowered mint, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has a square stem and opposite leaves that are ovate to lanceolate in shape. Native to Europe, it can be found in moist meadows, along streams and in other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mentha grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mentha grandiflora has small, white flowers that are arranged in whorls on the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.

Searching for Mentha grandiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Mentha grandiflora is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mentha grandiflora

Mentha grandiflora is native to Europe and North Africa. It is commonly found in moist meadows, along riverbanks, and in wetlands.

Mentha grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentha grandiflora?

Mentha grandiflora

What are the common names of Mentha grandiflora?

Large-flowered Mint

What are the uses of Mentha grandiflora?

It is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in food and beverages

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-124749: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.