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Mentha pulegium, commonly (European) pennyroyal, or pennyrile, also called mosquito plant and pudding grass, is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae, native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Crushed pennyroyal leaves emit a very strong fragrance similar to spearmint.
Feb 7, 2023 · Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) is a spreading plant with purple flowers and a fragrance similar to spearmint. It is easy to grow, but also invasive and toxic to humans and pets. Learn how to plant, prune, propagate, pot, and overwinter pennyroyal in this guide.
- Jamie Mcintosh
- Lamiaceae
- Mentha pulegium
- Herbaceous, perennial
Pennyroyal, Churchwort, Flea Mint, Organ Herb, Pudding Grass. Mentha pulegium, also known as Pennyroyal, is a fast-growing, creeping perennial forming dense mats or small, narrowly oval leaves that are powerfully spearmint scented. Tiny lilac flowers are produced in whorls in summer.
Apr 29, 2024 · Pennyroyal is a plant in the mint family that has insecticidal, digestive, muscle-relaxing and skin-healing properties. It can also be used as a tea for abortions, but it is toxic and should be avoided. Learn more about its uses, benefits, side effects and recommended dosage from this article.
Learn about Mentha pulegium, a traditional cottage garden plant in the mint family, with dark green leaves and a strong peppermint fragrance. Find out how to grow, care for, and use pennyroyal, a moisture-loving herb that attracts pollinators and can be infused in hot water.
Mentha pulegium, a mint relative, is commonly known as European pennyroyal, and is labeled the true pennyroyal cultivar. European pennyroyal, unlike its counterpart, is somewhat invasive, and should be relegated to its desired location by growing it in planters or in garden areas with well-established borders.
Dec 27, 2020 · Learn about the characteristics, uses, and care of pennyroyal, a mint family herb native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Find out how to grow pennyroyal from seed, cutting, or root, and how to prevent it from spreading or becoming toxic.
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