Peppermint (Mant poivre)
Mentha × piperita
Peppermint
Mant poivre
Menthe poivrée
Mentha × piperita
Traditionally used
Peppermint is traditionally used to soothe digestive complaints including nausea, indigestion, and irritable bowel syndrome symptoms. It also provides relief for tension headaches and respiratory congestion through its cooling and antispasmodic properties.
Prepared as
Fresh or dried leaves are prepared as a hot infusion using 1-2 teaspoons per cup of boiling water, steeped for 5-10 minutes. For digestive issues, drink warm after meals.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Mant poivre yo itilize l depi lontan pou kalme pwoblèm dijestyon yo tankou malè kè, move dijestyon, ak pwoblèm zantray yo. Li ede tou ak mal tèt ak konjesyon nan pwatrin yo grâs ak pouvwa rafrechi ak antispasmodique li yo. Mant se plant kay klasik ann Ayiti. Enfizyon fèy la itilize pou tèt fè mal, nòze, gaz, ak vant make. Bay timoun pou kòliken ak dyare lejè. Kèk manman itilize li pou fèv lejè.
Français — La menthe poivrée est traditionnellement utilisée pour apaiser les troubles digestifs incluant les nausées, l'indigestion et les symptômes du syndrome de l'intestin irritable. Elle soulage également les maux de tête de tension et la congestion respiratoire grâce à ses propriétés rafraîchissantes et antispasmodiques. Présent dans presque tous les jardins haïtiens; infusion utilisée pour les maux de tête, nausées, troubles digestifs et fièvres légères chez l'enfant.
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