Mentha arvensis, peppermint
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Mentha arvensis, peppermint
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Asterid Eudicot Labiatae Lamiaceae Lamiales Mentha Mint Peppermint Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Mentha Arvensis
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1. Title: "Mentha arvensis: The Vibrant and Fragrant Peppermint" This botanical illustration showcases Mentha arvensis, commonly known as peppermint, a beloved member of the Lamiaceae or Labiatae family. The intricately detailed drawing, held in the esteemed Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London, offers a glimpse into the rich beauty of this versatile plant. Mentha arvensis is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. As a eudicot, it belongs to the Magnoliophyta division, characterized by the presence of two seed leaves (cotyledons) upon germination. The plant is further classified within the Asterid clade, a large group of angiosperms defined by specific floral characteristics. The illustration reveals the various morphological features of Mentha arvensis. The plant is depicted with square stems, a characteristic of the Lamiaceae family. The opposite leaves, arranged on the stem, are lanceolate in shape with serrated edges, providing a fresh, green hue. The drawing also highlights the distinctive labiate, or two-lipped, flowers, typical of the Labiatae family. Peppermint holds significant value in the botanical world due to its unique aroma and medicinal properties. The plant is native to Europe and the Middle East and has been used for centuries for its cooling and soothing effects. The essential oil extracted from its leaves is widely used in various applications, including culinary, medicinal, and aromatherapy. This exquisite illustration not only serves as a testament to the intricacies of the natural world but also highlights the beauty and importance of botanical documentation. The Botany Library Plate Collection at the Natural History Museum in London is a treasure trove of such captivating botanical illustrations, providing valuable insights into the rich diversity of the plant kingdom.
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