Peppermint Leaves C/S

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita

Country of Origin: Egypt

English Name: Peppermint Leaves C/S

French Name: Feuilles de Menthe Poivrée Coupées et Tamisées

Also Known As: Mentha Piperita Leaves C/S, Peppermint Herb C/S, Dried Peppermint Leaf, Mint Leaf Pieces, Peppermint Aerial Parts

Part Used: Leaves and aerial parts of the plant, Mentha piperita

Description: Peppermint Leaves C/S is made from the carefully harvested aerial parts of Mentha piperita, a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family. The plant grows upright with square stems and lance-shaped leaves that are dark green and slightly textured, giving them a crisp and firm structure. During summer, the upper portions of the plant produce clusters of small purple to lilac flowers, but the leaves used for cutting and sifting are collected during peak vegetative growth, when their aromatic compounds are most concentrated.

Harvesting is performed when the leaves are fully matured and healthy, ensuring consistent size, colour, and integrity. The leaves are hand-selected to remove damaged, discoloured, or undersized material. At this stage, the foliage is thick, aromatic, and slightly hairy, while the stems remain flexible yet firm. Proper timing and selection preserve the natural morphology and structural qualities of the plant, which are essential for producing high-quality C/S material.

After collection, the leaves and aerial parts are cleaned to remove dust, stems, and other debris. The plant material is then dried under controlled low-temperature or air-drying conditions to maintain the natural green colour, leaf texture, and aromatic profile. Drying reduces moisture while ensuring the leaves remain crisp but intact, suitable for further processing without fragmentation.

Once dried, the peppermint aerial parts are cut and sifted into a uniform C/S format. The finished Peppermint Leaves C/S features a balanced mixture of leaf pieces and stem segments, with visible veining and consistent size for easy identification. The product retains its natural aroma, structure, and colour, making it durable and versatile for blending, infusion, and visual recognition in a variety of applications.

Uses: Peppermint Leaves C/S is commonly used in tea-style infusions and botanical blends, where small leaf pieces provide visual appeal and uniform flavour distribution. The cut and sifted leaves are ideal for culinary garnishes, seasoning blends, and flavouring infusions in beverages or dishes. In crafting and decorative projects, the herb is used in potpourri, sachets, and aromatic displays to highlight its natural texture and fragrance. Additionally, it is suitable for educational or botanical collections, demonstrating the morphology of peppermint leaves and aerial parts in dried form.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.

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