Peppermint
Unknown

Peppermint

Mentha dumetorum Schult.

Indigenous Names: Paquannah Woho:no’ (Meaning: “Peppermint” 174 “Peppermint”), Paquannah Woho:no’ (Meaning: “Peppermint” “Peppermint”)
Habitat: Moist or wet soil of stream banks, lake margins, prairie ravines, and low woods in the northern areas
Seasonality: Not given
Status: Native

Medicinal Documentation

Arapaho

Whole plant is steeped in hot water and the liquid is consumed for indigestion | Whole plant is steeped in hot water and the liquid is consumed for indigestion.

Ceremonial & Cultural Notes

Arapaho

Commentary: One Arapaho contemporary woman identified tow types of mint, one with round and the other with oval leaves. The round-leaf variety is considered better and is named nii’ou-woho:no.150 | Commentary: One Arapaho contemporary woman identified tow types of mint, one with round and the other with oval leaves. The round-leaf variety is considered better and is named nii’ou-woho:no.152

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: Plant