wild mint

Wild mint is a general term for a wild plant belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. This family is known for its aromatic herbs, which typically have square stems, opposite leaves, and small, two-lipped flowers.123

Specific types of wild mint include:
* Water mint (Mentha aquatica): Found in wet areas, this European mint has been naturalized in North America.4
* Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium): This species is known for its pungent odor and creeping habit. It has been used in folk medicine, but its oil is toxic and should not be ingested.5
* Wild mint (Mentha arvensis): Native to North America and Eurasia, this species can grow up to about 1 meter tall.5

Mints, in general, are widely distributed and used for culinary purposes, flavoring, and in traditional medicine.65