Peppermint geranium
Pelargonium tomentosum
Family: Geraniaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 50 cm tall and spreads 70 cm wide. The flowers have a scent.
Where it is found
It is a warm temperate plant. It is best in shady moist places. It is damaged by frost. It needs well-drained soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The leaves have a mint scent. They are used to flavour cakes, puddings, pies, desserts and tea. The leaves are used to make a peppermint flavoured tea.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring, flowers, leaves - tea
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds. They germinate best with a temperature above 13°C. Plants can also be grown from cuttings.