Eau de Cologne mint, Lemon mint
Mentha x piperita var. citrata

Family: Lamiaceae

What it is like

An upright herb. The leaves are rounded and have teeth. The flowers are lilac.

There are 25 Mentha species.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 3-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Andorra, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Britain, Central America, China, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Europe, Haiti, Hawaii, Himalayas, Lesotho, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Pacific, Panama, Puerto Rico, Southern Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, Türkiye, USA, West Indies

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

It is quick growing.

Its other names

Local names

Bergamot mint

Synonyms

Mentha aquatica x Mentha spicata; See Mentha citrata Ehrhart;