Mountain mint

Pycnanthemum virginianum

herb

Among the Chippewa, buds and flowers used to season meat or broth.

Origin

Northeastern North America

Where to find it

In damp meadows and marshes of eastern Canada and the United States.

Season (United States)

June to August · grows in your region

Preparation

Buds and flowers are crumbled over the dish at the end of cooking; for tea, one teaspoon of leaves steeps for five minutes.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Rosmarinic acid · Lutein and zeaxanthin · Chlorophyll

Did you know?

Crushed, it smells of peppermint.