Mentha requienii, commonly called Corsican mint or creeping mint, is a miniature mat-forming plant that typically grows to only 1/2" to 1" tall but spreads by thread-like stems which creep along the ground rooting as they go to 12" wide or more to form a dense flat diminutive ground cover. Mentha requienii is the scientific name for Corsican mint. It is a low-growing mint ground hugging plant native to Corsica, Sardinia, France, and mainland Italy. If you're looking for a bedding plant or a very low growing species to use in landscaping, Corsican mint is a low, spreading groundcover that's an ideal option. It's appealing to.
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Mentha requienii, or Corsican mint, is an herb and species of mint, native to Corsica, Sardinia, and Montecristo Island, and naturalized in Portugal and in the British Isles. It is a very low-growing species with bright green leaves and a strong minty aroma. Description Corsican mint is one of the smallest members of the mint family. Mentha requienii, or Corsican Mint, is a low-growing, mint-scented perennial that forms a dense ground cover of tiny emerald green leaves. Native to the Mediterranean region, it produces tiny tubular lilac flowers in short spikes in summer. This vigorous, mat-forming Mint has a mossy appearance and can be used as a filler between stepping stones. Corsican mint, also known as Mentha requienii, is perennial in warmer zones, from 7 to 11. It bears very tiny pale purple flowers in summer, somewhat similar in appearance to creeping thyme. Origin: France, Italy. Plant Group: Herbs. Hardiness: Sunset zones: 5-9, 12-24. USDA zones: 7-9. Mature size: Height: ½-inch. Width: Indefinite. Flowering period: Summer. Flowering attributes: Tiny, light purple flowers. Leaf attributes: Small, round, ¼-inch wide, bright green leaves. Growth habit: Creeping perennial. Light: Sun or partial shade.
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last updated February 15, 2023 Corsican mint ( Mentha requienii) is a spreading, ground-hugging plant with petite, round leaves that emit a powerful, minty aroma when bruised. Mentha requienii Corsican Mint USDA Zone: 7-9 Plant number: 1.360.050 By far the smallest of Mints, this charming plant forms a flat carpet of tiny bright-green leaves with an intense creme-de-menthe fragrance. Minute mauve flowers appear in midsummer. Perfect for planting between paving stones in a moist, part-shaded area. Mentha requienii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Mentha requienii Corsican mint A vigorous, mat-forming perennial, about 1cm tall forming an extensive colony of slender, creeping, rooting stems, bearing rounded, peppermint-scented bright-green leaves to 7mm across, and in summer produces tubular lilac flowers in short spikes Synonyms Mentha corsica Join the RHS today and save 25% Join now < >
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Mentha (MEN-thuh) Info Species requienii (re-kwee-EN-ee-eye) Info Synonym Sun Exposure Unknown - Tell us Foliage Unknown - Tell us Height Unknown - Tell us Spacing Unknown - Tell us Hardiness Unknown - Tell us Danger Unknown - Tell us Bloom Color Unknown - Tell us Bloom Time Unknown - Tell us Other Details Category Unknown - Tell us Mentha requienii is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Mentha requienii Benth. First published in Labiat. Gen. Spec.: 182 (1833) This species is accepted The native range of this species is Corse, Sardegna, Italy. It is a subshrub and grows primarily in the temperate biome. Taxonomy; Images; General information; Distribution; Synonyms; Accepted Infraspecifics. Organic Mentha requienii Corsican Mint Plants from Mountain Valley Growers Mentha requienii Corsican Mint $ 6.95 per 3-inch pot Add to cart About this plant Height Very flat, maybe 1/8 inch Hardiness Perennial in Zones 7-11 Flower Color Lilac Characteristics Full/Part Sun, Herbaceous Uses Culinary, Fragrant, Ground Cover, Ornamental
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Coriscan mint has many properties that make it the perfect groundcover. Common name: Corsican mint Plant type: Groundcover Latin name: Mentha requienii Plant size: ¼" to ½" high; spreading USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-9; annual in other zones Cultural needs: Moist, well drained neutral or slightly acidic soil; sun to part shade Easily one of the flattest groundcovers, with the tiniest purple. Mentha requienii is an aromatic, mint scented mat of small bright green leaves. Tiny lavender flowers bloom in the summer. Grows well in moist, well-drained soil with average water. Corsican Mint is a great choice for planting between stepping stones, along walkways or anywhere that the minty aroma can be enjoyed. Tolerates varying amounts of foot traffic.
