Chocolate Mint (巧克力薄荷)
Mentha × piperita f. citrata is a hybrid of watermint Mentha aquatica and spearmint Mentha spicata. It has dark green leaves with a minty orange fragrance and flavour. Forma citrata has a citrus fragrance, while ‘Chocolate’ has a more chocolatey scent.
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Chocolate'
COMMON NAME
Chocolate Mint, 巧克力薄荷
CLASSIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) Plant Growth Form Shrub Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic Maximum Height 0.3 m to 0.6 m Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width 0.3 m to 0.6 m PLANT CARE AND PROPAGATION
Light Preference Full Sun Water Preference Lots of Water, Moderate Water Pruning Remove flower spikes to encourage new vegetative growth. Propagation Method Stem Cutting USES
The leaves have a light chocolate taste and aroma. It is often used in desserts or as a garnish.
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