Raw material: | Leaves of Folium Menthae piperitae |
Extraction mean: | Water |
Drug: Extract ratio: | 4 : 1 |
Plant and origin
The raw material mainly grows in Southern and Eastern Europe like Bulgaria, Spain, Greece.
Processing and appearance
The dried product are brownish-green thin longish leaves giving a yellowish to light green tea infusion.
The taste is very aromatic, slightly cooling with a refreshing note.
Ingredients and health effects
The plant is said to have the following health benefits:
- antiseptic
- antispasmodic
- slightly sedative characteristics
- soothing of bilious complaints
Applications
- Infusions
- Beverages
- Neutraceutical preparations
- Sweets and food preparations