Peppermint (Mentha piperita). Maharashtra, India.

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Peppermint (Mentha piperita) Family:Lamiaceae/Labiatae Functional group: Alcohol. Part of the plant used for distillation: Leaves Extraction process: Steam distillation. Properties: Cephalic, stimulating, nervine. Caution: A powerful and overwhelming aroma. Use in small doses. Will be sensitizing in large doses. Avoid during pregnancy and nursing. May antidote homeopathic remedies. Dilute before applying to skin or using in the bath. Pune, Maharashtra, India.

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