Peppermint Spanish vs Kemangi Indonesian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Peppermint Spanish

Mentha x piperita var. citrata

Digestive

Kemangi Indonesian

Ocimum citriodorum

Digestive

Description

Citrus-scented variety of peppermint with similar but gentler medicinal properties. Used in European and Middle Eastern folk medicine for digestive complaints and as an aromatherapy herb.

Indonesian lemon basil eaten raw as lalab (fresh vegetable accompaniment).

Active Compounds

linalool, linalyl acetate, bergapten, menthol trace

Citral, Geraniol, Linalool, Eugenol

Traditional Uses

Digestive complaints, Anxiety and stress relief, Flavoring medicines, Aromatherapy

Digestive aid, Bad breath, Lactation support, Stress

Modern Uses

Carminative, Anxiolytic mild, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory

Carminative, Galactagogue, Anxiolytic

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb as tea or in cooking freely

Eaten freely as fresh herb

Contraindications

No significant contraindications at food levels

Pregnancy in supplement doses

Side Effects

Rare photosensitivity from bergapten in oil

None at food doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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