A Descriptive Overview of the Medical Uses Given to <i>Mentha</i> Aromatic Herbs throughout History

A Descriptive Overview of the Medical Uses Given to <i>Mentha</i> Aromatic Herbs throughout History

Mints have been among the most widely used herbs for medicinal purposes since ancient civilizations. They are still presently used for numerous purposes, including non-medicinal, which makes them economically relevant herbs. Information regarding the medical and scientific uses given to mints throug...

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Main Author:	Henrique Silva
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:	Biology
Subjects:	<i>Mentha</i> L. genus aromatic herb history pharmacognosy therapeutics
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2079-7737/9/12/484

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