Mint (ti bonm)
Mentha nemorosa
Mint
ti bonm
Petit baume
Mentha nemorosa
Traditionally used
Digestion, nausea, gas, headache, respiratory, fever, mental clarity
Prepared as
Tea: steep 5-6 fresh leaves or 1 tsp dried mint in hot water 5 minutes, drink 1 cup after meals for digestion, nausea, and bloating. Crushed fresh leaves applied to temples and forehead for headache relief. Steam inhalation of mint tea for sinus congestion. Mint oil diluted in carrier oil applied to chest for respiratory complaints. Drink up to 3 cups daily.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou dijèsyon, kè ki vire, gaz nan vant, tèt ki fè mal, pwoblèm respirasyon, lafyèv, ak pou klè nan tèt
Français — Pour la digestion, les nausées, les gaz intestinaux, les maux de tête, les problèmes respiratoires, la fièvre et la clarté mentale
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside