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Peppermint
It has a strong, agreeable odor, a pungent, aromatic taste, giving
a sensation of coldness in the mouth. Its medical properties are aromatic, stimulant, and stomachic. It is much
used to obviate nausea and relieve flatulent colic. The essential oil and essence are the forms in which it is employed
in medicine, and they are also largely used in confectionery and cordials.
[Thomas Stuart
McFarland, a farmer near Belgrade, Newton County, in southeast Texas, reported that he had mint in his garden as of April
18, 1839, but does not specify species. He reports spearmint specifically on April 16, 1840.]
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Pennyroyal
It is used for colds, and
also as an emmenagogue. Its essence will sometimes relieve the toothache.
[Thomas
Stuart McFarland, a farmer near Belgrade, Newton County, in southeast Texas, reported that he had pennyroyal in his garden
as April 16, 1840.]
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