Corsican Mint (Mentha requienii)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Mentha requienii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in salads, cooked foods and liqueurs. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; A very strong peppermint-like aroma, it is used as a flavouring in salads, cooked foods and liqueurs.; A herb tea is made from the leaves.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)