Spearmint Pure Essential Oil (GC/MS Tested), 2 fl oz (59 mL) Bottle

Spearmint is a perennial herb plant that grows from mid-summer to autumn. It is often found in home gardens because of its pleasing scent and many culinary uses, but its essential oil is what truly makes spearmint shine. Though its aroma is first and foremost minty, its gentle sweetness makes it softer than its sharp mint cousins – spearmint is a mellower version of peppermint. Plant Part Used Leaves Extraction Method Steam distillation Aroma Medium. Cool and minty with a hint of fruitiness. Spearmint Essential Oil Benefits Calming, soothing, and inspiring. Clearing and awakening. Blends Well With Basil, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Spruce, Tea Tree History of Spearmint Spearmint’s history is widespread, but most agree the plant originated in the Mediterranean region. The genus name Mentha comes from Roman mythology, where legend claims the goddess Proserpine became jealous of the nymph, Menthe, f