Pennyroyal Plants (Mentha Pulegium)

Pennyroyal plants have prominent lilac flower whorls and when crushed the leaves emit a strong fragrance similar to spearmint commonly used in aromatherapy. The plants are a creeping downy mint that require a damp environment.

In herbal medicine Pennyroyal has been used as insect repellent and antiseptic.

Height: 10-25 cm

Prefers: Damp

Flowers: August onwards