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Mentha pulegium, commonly known as pennyroyal, belongs to the Lamiaceae family and is native to a wide range of countries including Albania, Algeria, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, and others. Mentha pulegium (Latin: Mentha pulegium, family Lamiaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Mentha pulegium is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Mentha pulegium is a member of the Lamiaceae family native to ALB, ALG, AUT, AZO, BAL, and BLR. Mentha pulegium thrives in moist conditions and prefers light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soils with a pH of 7–7.5.
Mentha pulegium grows best in USDA zone 6-9, 8/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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