Genus Mentha (Noun)
Meaning
Mint plants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Mint plants belonging to the genus Mentha are popularly known for their culinary and medicinal uses.
- There are around 20 known species in the genus Mentha, but peppermint and spearmint are the most commonly used.
- In horticulture, genus Mentha species often spread through underground rhizomes.
- Researchers found out that most members of the genus Mentha possess insecticidal properties.
- Cross-breeding of plants from the genus Mentha results in many varieties, often retaining characteristics of both parent species.