Hello friends Steemians, today I will tell you about a very beautiful plant, it is the protagonist of many gastronomic creations for its exquisite taste and aroma, it is the twin sister of the good grass, the only thing that distinguishes it is the color of its stems, the good grass has it green and this plant of which I will speak to you has reddish ones, I mean mint.

Mint has the scientific name Mentha piperita and belongs to the Lamiaceae family. This is a plant of rapid growth and easy maintenance, it is also very functional because it is ideal to make many preparations, such as stews, salads, rich drinks and even desserts, hence it is very appreciated worldwide.

This plant adapts to all types of soil, usually grown in spring, however there are others who prefer to plant it in autumn, it reproduces through cuttings, loves moisture and can grow perfectly in pots, besides useful, it is its beauty is also usually decorative.

The goal is a bush that is really easy to maintain, however, care must be taken as it is susceptible to some pests such as: Roya, which attacks mainly the leaves of the plant, causing yellow ulcers on stems; and Phyllosticta menthae, which is a fungus that causes dark spots on the plant; from there, it is always important to monitor the plants to be attentive to not being affected by any of these pests that put at risk the development and growth of the plant.

Now, if we talk about this plant, we must also highlight its multiple properties for health, since it is rich in organic compounds such as tinol, ascorbic acid and menthol; which make it an ally of our respiratory and digestive system, it is also ideal to combat other conditions such as:

• Ideal to have a rich breath, fights gingivitis.

• Help to fight cough. -It is favorable as antiflautulent to expel gases.

• It is ideal for drying mucus and helps improve nasal congestion.

• It is a natural anticoagulant.

• Prevents inflammation and helps improve it.

• excellent to fight nerves.

• disinfectant.

• It is antioxidant, hence it prevents premature aging.

• Among other.

This aromatic shrub, really is a star, for its versatility, and I tell you that it is said that you have aphrodisiac powers, since it is a powerful stimulant of body and mind, and also its slate aroma invites pleasure, so You know, when it comes to having a romantic evening with your partner, prepare a few trays with lots of mint to make it super cool.

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