mint bush

Mint bush refers to shrubs in the genus Prostanthera, belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. These plants are characterized by resinous, opposite leaves and two-lipped flowers. The broader mint family, Lamiaceae, is known for its aromatic members, including the genus Mentha (true mints). Plants in this family typically have square stems, paired leaves, and tubular, two-lipped flowers. Mints are native to Eurasia, North America, southern Africa, and Australia, and are widely distributed in temperate regions. Various mint species, like peppermint and spearmint, are used for flavoring foods and in liqueurs and dentifrices, while their essential oils are used in perfumery and traditional medicine.1234