Wild mint (Mant sovaj)
Mentha longifolia
Wild mint
Mant sovaj
Menthe sauvage
Mentha longifolia
Traditionally used
Wild mint has been traditionally used throughout Europe and the Balkans to support digestive health, ease cold and fever symptoms, and provide respiratory relief. Folk healers particularly value it for settling upset stomachs and clearing congested airways during seasonal illnesses.
Prepared as
Fresh or dried leaves are steeped as a hot infusion using 1-2 teaspoons per cup of boiling water for 10-15 minutes. The tea is consumed warm, typically 2-3 times daily for digestive or respiratory support.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Mant sovaj yo te konn sèvi ak li nan Ewòp ak nan Balkan yo pou ede dijestyon an, diminye sentòm grip ak lafyèv, ak bay soulajman pou respirasyon an. Geriswè tradisyonèl yo renmen l anpil pou kalme vant ki fè mal ak debloke vwa respirasyon yo lè gen maladi sezon yo.
Français — La menthe sauvage est traditionnellement utilisée en Europe et dans les Balkans pour soutenir la santé digestive, soulager les symptômes du rhume et de la fièvre, et apporter un soulagement respiratoire. Les guérisseurs traditionnels l'apprécient particulièrement pour calmer les maux d'estomac et dégager les voies respiratoires congestionnées lors des maladies saisonnières.
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