How much water does Water Mint need?

Water Mint requires consistently moist to wet conditions and thrives in shallow water or boggy soil. It is crucial to prevent the soil from drying out, as it does not tolerate drought.

Is Water Mint edible?

Yes, Water Mint is edible and commonly used in culinary applications, particularly for teas, salads, and as a garnish. Its flavor is often described as a blend of mint and thyme.

How do I control the spread of Water Mint?

Water Mint can spread vigorously via rhizomes. To control its spread, grow it in containers, use root barriers, or regularly prune and divide the plant to manage its growth.

What kind of light does Water Mint prefer?

Water Mint grows best in full sun to partial shade. While it can tolerate some shade, more sunlight generally promotes denser growth and better flowering.

Can Water Mint be grown in a pond?

Yes, Water Mint is well-suited for pond margins, bog gardens, or shallow water features. It can be planted directly into the wet soil at the edge of a pond or in submerged containers.

watermint (Mentha aquatica)

Mentha aquatica, or Water Mint, is an aromatic perennial herb. It features square stems, serrated leaves, and small pink to purple flowers. Thrives in wet environments, v

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Watering

Constantly wet

Soil

Rich, loamy, consistently moist to wet soil with good drainage, or aquatic substrate.

Temperature

Moderate

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Low to Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Constantly wet

Soil

Rich, loamy, consistently moist to wet soil with good drainage, or aquatic substrate.

Temperature

Moderate

10-25 °C

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Low to Moderate

Sparingly

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Aquatic

Plant Category

Flowering, Foliage, Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Aquatic

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-1 m

Spread

Indefinite

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green, Purple

Leaf Type

Ovate to elliptic, serrated

Flower Size

3-5 mm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms

Marrubium aquaticum (L.) Uspenski

Mentha acuta Opiz

Mentha acutata Opiz

Mentha adspersa Moench

Mentha aromatica Opiz ex Déségl.

Mentha augusta Opiz ex Déségl.

Mentha auneticensis Opiz

Mentha aurita Weihe ex Fresen.

Mentha avellinii Tod. ex Bertol.

Mentha avellinii Tod. ex Lojac.

Mentha brachiata Weihe ex Fresen.

Mentha bugulifolia Weihe ex Fresen.

Mentha calaminthifolia (Vis.) Heinr.Braun

Mentha capitata Opiz

Mentha cetica Heinr.Braun

Mentha chaixii Strail

Mentha citrata Ehrh.

Mentha cordata Jan ex Nyman

Mentha crenatodentata Strail

Mentha denticulata Strail

Mentha dubia Chaix ex Vill.

Mentha dunensis Strail

Mentha duriuscula (Haw. ex Spach) Trautm.

Mentha duriuscula Haw. ex Spach

Mentha elongata (Pérard) Heinr.Braun

Mentha eriantha K.Koch

Mentha glomerata Stokes

Mentha grandidentata Strail

Mentha hirsuta Huds.

Mentha hybrida Aresch.

Mentha hygrophila Topitz

Mentha hystrix Heinr.Braun

Mentha incisoserrata Strail

Mentha intricata Debeaux

Mentha lateovata Strail

Mentha limicola Strail

Mentha limnetes (Topitz) Trautm.

Mentha limosa (Schur) Heinr.Braun

Mentha littoralis Strail

Mentha lloydii Boreau

Mentha lobeliana (Becker) Heinr.Braun

Mentha macrocephala Strail

Mentha microcephala Strail

Mentha nederheimensis Strail

Mentha nepetifolia Lej.

Mentha nigrescens Weihe ex Fresen.

Mentha obliqua Raf.

Mentha obtuseserrata Opiz ex Malinv.

Mentha obtusifolia Opiz ex Déségl.

Mentha odorata Sole

Mentha origanoides Ten.

Mentha ortmanniana Opiz

Mentha paludosa Sole

Mentha palustris Mill.

Mentha pedunculata (Pers.) Poir.

Mentha pireana Strail

Mentha polyanthetica (Topitz) Trautm.

Mentha probabilis Schur

Mentha purpurea Host

Mentha pyrifolia Heinr.Braun

Mentha ramosissima Strail

Mentha ranina Opiz

Mentha rauscheri Topitz

Mentha riparia Schreb.

Mentha rudaeana Opiz

Mentha soleana Strail

Mentha stagnalis Topitz

Mentha stolonifera Opiz

Mentha subspicata Weihe ex Fresen.

Mentha subthermalis Trautm.

Mentha tinantiana Lej. ex Malinv.

Mentha trojana Heinr.Braun

Mentha umbrosa Opiz

Mentha urticifolia Ten.

Mentha viennensis Opiz

Mentha weiheana Opiz

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderLamiales
familyLamiaceae
genusMentha
speciesMentha aquatica

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Generally considered non-toxic when consumed in culinary amounts. Concentrated essential oils can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.

watermint (Mentha aquatica)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

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Additional Care Tips

FAQs

watermint (Mentha aquatica)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

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Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

How much water does Water Mint need?

Is Water Mint edible?

How do I control the spread of Water Mint?

What kind of light does Water Mint prefer?

Can Water Mint be grown in a pond?