Mentha x piperita
Powder—available in 1 ounce or 1/2 ounce and packaged in a plastic pouch.
Mentha x piperita is a flowering perennial that is native to Europe and has since spread worldwide. Peppermint is a natural hybrid of spearmint and water mint. It is used for its healthful properties and has many applications in food. Peppermint leaf is commonly steeped as a refreshing peppermint tea but is also popular in herbal tea blends and candies.
The oil of peppermint offers its cool, refreshing flavor and unmistakable aroma to a wide variety of foods and beverages. In the western world it is a common ingredient for candies, toothpastes, ice creams, pies and other desserts. The peppermint leaf itself is muddled and added to cocktails and is a popular ingredient in herbal teas when dried.
Brew for 7+ minutes with 8oz of hot water.
History + Folklore
The world's most familiar "mint scent" is the aroma of peppermint. In Greek mythology, Menthe was turned into a peppermint plant when Proserpine, in a jealous rage, found out that Pluto was in love with her.
Peppermint has a long history as a digestive tonic. It relieves nausea, gas, stomach cramps and spasms, and is a recognized treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Peppermint may be applied directly to bee stings, burns, and even toothaches to relieve pain, and peppermint infusions or compresses relieve headaches
Magickal
Purification, Sleep, Healing, Psychic Powers
Masculine, Mercury, Fire
Deity: Pluto, Hades
Peppermint is commonly used in healing potions and mixtures. It can be rubbed against the head to aid in headache relief.
A very good herb to use in a wash to clean the floors, walls, doors and windows as it protections and cleanses the place of evil.
Due to its crisp green leaves and smell, it has been used in money spells as well.
Warnings: No known precautions.
Mentha x piperita
Powder—available in 1 ounce or 1/2 ounce and packaged in a plastic pouch.
Mentha x piperita is a flowering perennial that is native to Europe and has since spread worldwide. Peppermint is a natural hybrid of spearmint and water mint. It is used for its healthful properties and has many applications in food. Peppermint leaf is commonly steeped as a refreshing peppermint tea but is also popular in herbal tea blends and candies.
The oil of peppermint offers its cool, refreshing flavor and unmistakable aroma to a wide variety of foods and beverages. In the western world it is a common ingredient for candies, toothpastes, ice creams, pies and other desserts. The peppermint leaf itself is muddled and added to cocktails and is a popular ingredient in herbal teas when dried.
Brew for 7+ minutes with 8oz of hot water.
History + Folklore
The world's most familiar "mint scent" is the aroma of peppermint. In Greek mythology, Menthe was turned into a peppermint plant when Proserpine, in a jealous rage, found out that Pluto was in love with her.
Peppermint has a long history as a digestive tonic. It relieves nausea, gas, stomach cramps and spasms, and is a recognized treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Peppermint may be applied directly to bee stings, burns, and even toothaches to relieve pain, and peppermint infusions or compresses relieve headaches
Magickal
Purification, Sleep, Healing, Psychic Powers
Masculine, Mercury, Fire
Deity: Pluto, Hades
Peppermint is commonly used in healing potions and mixtures. It can be rubbed against the head to aid in headache relief.
A very good herb to use in a wash to clean the floors, walls, doors and windows as it protections and cleanses the place of evil.
Due to its crisp green leaves and smell, it has been used in money spells as well.
Warnings: No known precautions.