Monday, January 30, 2012

Besides eucalyptus, what else are the types of mint leaves that can be found here in the philippines?

well, science fair is coming up and i need to know what else, besides eucalyptus, are the species of mint leaves here in the philippines... my idea is a mint ant repellant... because ants hate mint leaves, ive decided to try it out.. my goal, to create something thats less the price of baygon, but almost the same in quality and effectivity.. plus without any harmful chemicals...

Besides eucalyptus, what else are the types of mint leaves that can be found here in the philippines?
Actually you were right with the eucalyptus as mint.



Mint Family (Lamiaceae)

Square stems, bilabiate flowers, aromatic, Mediterranean, dry climate. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), Thyme (Thymus vulgaris), Oregano (Origanum vulgare), marjoram (Origanum marjoram), Basil (Occium basilicum), Sage (Salvia officinalis), Mints (Mentha)



I only found this. Peppermint - Yerba buena link below



Patchouli

Derived from the leaves of Pogostemon cablin, a plant in the mint family native to the Philippines. China, India, Indonesia, and Philippines are major producers. The leaves and stems are cut and steam distilled. The resultant oil is allowed to age. The leaves yield about 3-5% oil by dry weight. This oil was especially popular during the 1960’s.
Reply:You know where I could buy Eucalyptus trees/seeds within Phils? Report It
Reply:Mint is not part of the Eucalyptus family. It is of the family Lamiaceae.


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