River mint

Mentha australis

herb

Leaves smelling of peppermint, fresh or dried, in sauces, drinks and with lamb.

Origin

Eastern Australia

Where to find it

Along streams and in damp grasslands of Victoria and New South Wales.

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The leaves are used like mint, fresh and snipped at the last moment, or dried for tea.

Molecules

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

Did you know?

The first settlers used it to flavor their tea.