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INTRODUCTION

A medicinal plant is a resource whose part or extracts are used as

drugs in the treatment of some condition. The part of the plant used
medicinally it is known by the name of plant drug, and it can
supplied in different galenic forms: cream, tea, infusion, syrup,
aceites, mate, ungüento, etc. El uso de remedios de origen vegetal se remonta
to prehistoric times, and it is one of the most widespread forms of medicine,
present in virtually all known cultures.

Mint belongs to the 'lampace' family, a plant native to Europe whose

cultivation began in 1750.

The mint genus is known for its oil reproduction part.

essentials present in the glands located beneath the epidermis of the leaf.

It is said that peppermint produces oil of better and higher quality.

Peppermint is a spontaneous hybrid between water mint and mentha.

spiked or (spearmint).

Seeing the wonderful benefits that medicinal plants offer us is

which led us to the research of natural resources such as, the herb for use
frequent that is useful for any type of digestive discomfort (mint)
it promotes slow digestion, colds or lung problems.

This research includes the botanical description, ecology,

cultivation, harvesting and conservation of the species. Characteristics are analyzed.
morphological, therapeutic applications, uses, benefits
according to their properties once seen their chemical composition and their action

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pharmacological; Likewise, reference is made to its possible toxicity,

contraindications and quality control.

OBJECTIVES

General Objectives
Identify the benefits, properties, characteristics, and uses of the plant.
peppermint for the benefit of improving the human body

Specific Objectives
Describe the chemical and physiological properties of mint cultivation.
peppermint. For a better understanding of its components.
Describe or study the macroscopic and microscopic structures of the
properties and specific forms of the peppermint plant.
Determine the health benefits and pharmacological properties for the
improvement of our body for appropriate use without harm to our health
of the medicinal plant.
To publicize and promote the rational use of the medicinal plant Mint
peppermint
Determine the use of the medicinal plant peppermint by conducting surveys
in people who have knowledge of the plant and its use.

JUSTIFICATION

METHODOLOGY

In this research, we focused on the following types of methodologies:

Descriptive and Bibliographical.
Laboratory practice was used as a technique and carried out the description.
morphological of the peppermint plant.

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The research is limited to a descriptive study, the collection of

data based on a theory has allowed to describe the characteristics
morphological, histological, and chemical aspects of Mentha piperita.

DEVELOPMENT

Description
Scientific Name: Peppermint
Kingdom Plantae
Division Magnoliophyta
Class Magnoliopsida
Order Lamiales
Family Labiadas
Genre Mint
Common name: Peppermint

According to Greek mythology, the nymph Mintha was transformed into a plant by
Persephone, who jealous of her transformed her into a flower. Both in Latin and in
Greek, minthe derives from a language much earlier than Indo-European. The name
of the species, piperita, comes from the modern Latin piperitus which means
spicy
The perennial plant of the mint family can reach a height of 40 to
80 cm. with a branched stem and a long, creeping, hairy rhizome
Peppermint is a hybrid between mentha aquatica and mentha spicata.

Habitat
Nowadays, mint crops can be found in all regions of
temperate climate globe. It is grown on a large scale in the Balkans. Mint
peppermint prefers light, humus-rich, sunny soils, up to a height
about 1000 meters. Three years later, the amount of active ingredients

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decreases considerably and a new plantation needs to be started.

peppermint L. when cultivated in nutrient solution reducing 65% (N) 50%
(P) 25% (K) 100% (Mg) That is why it is recommended to use these for your
cultivation.
The species related to peppermint are pulegium (pennyroyal), mentha
spearmint (good herb), Mentha suaveolens (marsh mint). For cultivation of
peppermint requires a lot of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium since the
nitrogen stimulates rapid growth between cuts while potassium
strengthens the plant against mold and other diseases. Grows up to 90cm.
Its specific description of the plant and each part of it is as follows:
The narrow elongated leaves with a pronounced nervation on the shiny underside.
by the beam.
Stem: Erect quadrangular with reddish tones, especially in this species.
Flowers: purple or reddish lilac color with stamens inserted in the calyx. It blooms.
between mid and late summer
Inflorescences: in the form of spikes longer than wide with whorls
fairly separated tubular calyxes, hairless except at the teeth.
The peppermint plant (Mentha piperita L) is also composed of ascorbic acid (vitamin C)

C) acetic and benzoic Thiamine (B1) riboflavin (B2) niacin (B3) and minerals
such as calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), iron (Fe) or magnesium (Mg) that help with
metabolism process. Menthol 35-50%

Medicinal uses

Digestive problems (digestive system)

the beneficial properties of this plant for the digestive system have been
praised since antiquity. Peppermint has been commonly
used after meals to 'settle the stomach' to avoid the
flatulence and better digestion of food.

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Choleretic properties
Like other mints, it has the ability to stimulate the
liver increasing the secretion of bile that would help improve the
indigestion due to a sluggish liver.

Respiratory properties (respiratory system)

Since mint is rich in menthol, a component with diaphoretic properties and

antacid this plant can increase sweat production and
decongest the airways.
Peppermint has been used for the treatment of flu and colds.
since it is capable of lowering fever by evaporating body heat and opening
the respiratory pathways. Menthol and thymol have antiviral properties that
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Properties for cough

It is very suitable for treatments of productive cough. Since its content

acetic acid and ascorbic acid confer mucolytic properties.
saying helps dissolve the mucus in the bronchi and facilitates its expulsion.
All of that determines what can be used in treatments for bronchitis.
Another part is used to reduce coughing attacks that accompany
respiratory diseases such as pharyngitis or asthma.

Circulation properties

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Rosmarinic acid and eugenol give it very anticoagulant properties.

suitable for improving blood circulation and for treating some
disorders caused by poor circulation such as headache. Also
it is used for the evil of heights.

Properties for skin problems

Used externally, we use antiseptic and antibacterial principles.
for skin problems such as: wounds (cleaning) itching (relief and freshness)
insect bites (anti-inflammatory)

Other medicinal properties of mint

It is also used for problems of the female genital apparatus (washing with
the dry plant) hemorrhoids (reduce inflammation and prevent itching) pain of
throat (gargling).

Food properties
Also used with aromatic herbs, and the one that stands out the most is this mint.
for its peculiar spicy flavor.

Properties
It is used:
Stomach pain
Lower abdominal pain
Vomiting
Choleretic
Gas eliminator
Bad breath
Irritable bowel
Diarrhea

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Flu
Fever
Bronchitis
Terms of Service
Anticongestant
Sore throat
Stimulant
Circulation
Antiseptic
Refreshing

Dosages / recommendations
It is taken as infusions of mint about 150 ml in adults.
Children 0.2 - 0.4 ml about three times a day
Inhalations recommended by weight

Contraindications / precautions of peppermint

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Children under 2 years old

Diseases with Parkinson.
In pregnant women, it can lead to abortion.

Toxicology
No, in appropriate food and medicinal quantities, mint is not toxic.
sensitive people to this plant may experience effects
secondary. The essential oil of mint can be toxic if ingested.

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it should only be used diluted. The side effects may be

dermatitis, gastritis, allergies, nervousness or insomnia.

Forms of drug/natural presentations

Syrups, pills, creams, toothpaste
Teas and infusions, oils which is the most common

ANNEXES
6.1. Microscopic studies of the leaf

MINT SURVEY (MENTHA PIPERITA)

In their family, they use medicinal plants to relieve discomfort or treat

diseases?

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80
60
76
40
20 4
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YES NO

DATA INTERPRETATION

This graph tells us that 95% of people DO use medicinal plants and
the 5% NO

they use medicinal plants.

2. Do you know or have you heard of the mint plant?

80
60
78
40
20 2
0
YES NO

DATA INTERPRETATION

97.5% of the surveyed people DO know the plant and 2.5% do NOT know.
this plant.

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3. Is mint among the medicinal plants you use?

80
60
72
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YES NO

DATA INTERPRETATION

Of the 80 surveyed people, 90% of them do find mint among the

medicinal plants that are used and 10% do not use this plant.

4. For what kind of discomfort or ailment is mint used?

19%
45%
colds
respiratory conditions
36% others

DATA INTERPRETATION

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45% of the surveyed people use this plant to treat

36% use it to treat respiratory conditions and 19% for
other types of ailments.

5. Which of the following mint-based products do you use or have you used?

13% 9%
peppermint oil
syrup
37% 41%
in its natural form
others

Data Interpretation

41% of the surveyed people use mint in syrup, 37% do so.

9% is used in its natural form, 13% is used in mint oil.
used in other products.

6. How often do you use mint?

4%
28%

always
sometimes
68%
never

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DATA INTERPRETATION

68% of the surveyed people use this plant sometimes, and 28% do.
always uses it and 4% never uses this plant.

Do you recommend mint as a medicinal resource?

80
60 80
40
20 0
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YES NO

DATA INTERPRETATION

This graph representation shows us that 100% DO recommend.

the mint plant as a medicinal resource

8. In what form do you prefer to consume a medicinal product?

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7% 21%
pills
31%
syrup
oil
35% friend
6%
creams

DATA INTERPRETATION

35% of respondents prefer to consume mint in syrup.

31% prefers to consume it in mate, 21% prefers it in pills, 7% prefers it
prefers cream and 6% in oil.

I. BIOGRAPHY
Berdonces, J. L. (n.d.). Great Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants. Oceano.

David, Mischan, Marques, & Boara. (March 2014). macro and micronutrients in
vegetable tissue and essential oil of peppermint. medicinal plants.

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