Mentha microphylla

Mentha microphylla

(Xinjiang Chinese herbal medicine manual)

[synonym] continuation (Uygur name).

[source] it is the whole plant of Mentha microphylla.

[plant morphology] Mentha microphylla

Perennial herb, 15-30cm high, with strong Mint smell. The roots are woody. The stem base is tufted. Leaves opposite, oblong or broadly lanceolate, entire. Inflorescence terminal, flowers blue purple.

Born in low mountains and humid places.

[collection] harvest in summer, cut into sections and dry in the shade.

[functions and indications] Xinjiang Chinese herbal medicine manual: "for insomnia, palpitation, rickets, impotence. "

[usage and dosage] oral administration: Decoction; 5-6 yuan.

Chinese PinYin : Xiao Ye Bao He