Peppermint (Menthe piperita)

Mint was originally used as a medicinal herb to treat stomachache and chest pains, and it is commonly used in the form of tea as a home remedy to help alleviate stomach pain. Mint tea is a diuretic. A common use is as an antipruritic, especially in insect bite treatments, often along with camphor to reduce the strong, sharp flavor.  The scent of mint is sometimes used as a mild decongestant for illnesses such as the common cold.