Abstract: Peppermint plant selection 18-14-185, denominated ‘Palisade’ peppermint is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties known to the Inventor. The essential oil is similar to standard Peppermint plant oil in components composition but differs substantially in the ratio of said components. Organoleptically, it differs from typical peppermint oil. It is more resistant to Verticillium dahliae mint wilt than current commercially grown varieties. Furthermore, ‘Palisade’ produces an oil type that varies minimally in oil profile based on plant maturity.

Abstract: A hybrid mint plant characterized by an essential oil composition profile, methods of cultivating the hybrid mint plant, and methods of producing an essential oil composition with the essential oil composition profile using the hybrid mint plant are disclosed.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Mentha canadensis, ‘Umpqua’ is characterized by its unique flavor profile providing for a distinct long-lasting mouth cooling sensation. The new varietal offers a very clean, fresh mouthfeel and intense nasal properties with strong cooling characteristic sensations that increase as it is experienced.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Mentha x piperita, ‘Columbia’ is characterized by its unique oil chemistry and sweet complex flavor profile. The new varietal offers a Mentha x piperita variety that it is resistant to diseases such as Verticillium Wilt and Mint Rust.

Abstract: Mint selection 13-39-9, denominated ‘Kennewick’ peppermint is a new Mentha piperita cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition and has a compact plant type and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae) and mint wilt (Verticillium dahliae).

Abstract: Mint selection 09-6-2 is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically it differs from typical Mentha piperita peppermint oil. It is more resistant to mint rust and mint wilt than current commercially grown Mentha arvensis varieties.

Abstract: Mint selection 07-A3-11, denominated “Meadow Mint,” is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically it differs from typical M. piperita peppermint oil. It is more resistant to mint rust than current commercially grown M. arvensis (‘Blanco’) varieties.

Abstract: Mint selection 11-A35-3, denominated “Everest Mint,” is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically it differs from typical M. piperita peppermint oil. It is more resistant to mint rust than current commercially grown M arvensis varieties.

Abstract: Mint selection 08-6-10, denominated “Chelan Mint,” is a new Mentha piperita cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard peppermint mint oil in component composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically it differs from typical peppermint oil. It is resistant to mint rust and more resistant to Verticillium mint wilt than current commercially grown varieties.

Abstract: Mint selection 07-A3-5A is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically, it differs from typical Mentha piperita peppermint oil. It is more resistant to mint rust than current commercially grown Mentha arvensis varieties.

Abstract: Mint selection 05-19-1 denominated “Canyon Mint” is a new Mentha piperita cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically, it differs from typical peppermint oil. It is resistant to mint rust and more resistant to Verticillium mint wilt than current commercially grown varieties.

Abstract: Mint selection 08-A20-3, denominated “Steens Mint,” is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically, it differs from typical Mentha piperita peppermint oil. It is more resistant to mint rust than current commercially grown Mentha arvensis varieties.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Mentha canadensis (‘Metolius’) is characterized by its unique oil chemistry and flavor profile resembling that of peppermint oil, and by its tolerance to Verticillium wilt (Verticillium dahliae) and mint rust (Puccinia menthae). DNA microsatellite marker analysis has shown that ‘Metolius’ is a distinct variety of M. canadensis.

Abstract: The present invention was related to the development of a novel, distinct high yielding plant with rapid regeneration ability obtained through screening of the somaclones in a methodical way for fast regeneration in the tissue culture stage itself which was achieved by inventing the plant ‘Kushal’. The plant yield higher herbage with corresponding high essential oil when evaluated with available superior varieties of mint in late planting condition during April when the fields are vacated after the harvest of Rabi crop like wheat, chickpea, coriander etc. Further the suckers required for commercial vegetative planting can be produced even in low land condition as the plant is reasonably tolerant to water logging compared to the best check ‘Kosi’.

Abstract: A new and distinct peppermint plant ‘MCKENZIE’ characterized by its upright growth habit, vigorous and abundant root growth, resistance to Spider Mites (Tetranychus urticae), Mint rust (Puccinia menthe Pers), Mint wilt (Verticillium dahliae and Verticillium albo-atrum), and a distinct flower spike with mostly white petals and consistent oil quality throughout its phases of maturity.

Abstract: Described as a new ‘Peppermint’ mutant having a high yield of menthol rich essential oil, deep purplish green foliage, purplish white flowers, a delayed temporary wilting point and tolerance to the pest Bihar hairy caterpillar (Spilarctia obliqua).

Abstract: A spotted dead nettle cultivar named ‘Purple Dragon’, characterized by silver and green variegated leaves and unique in having rich purple colored flowers borne in spring through fall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct mint plant of Mentha piperita ‘Cim Indus’, selected through screening, field trial and analysis of monoterpene constituents of the essential oil of the germplasm, possessing the characters of producing high amount of menthofuran ranging between 22 to 30% of total oil content, high amount pulegone ranging between 9.0 to 18% of total oil content, with essential oil content ranging between 0.32 to 0.40% of the total oil content.

Abstract: The present invention was related to the development of a novel, distinct high yielding plant with rapid regeneration ability obtained through screening of the somaclones in a methodical way for fast regeneration in the tissue culture stage itself which was achieved by inventing the plant ‘Kushal’. The plant yield higher herbage with corresponding high essential oil when evaluated with available superior varieties of mint in late planting condition during April when the fields are vacated after the harvest of Rabi crop like wheat, chickpea, coriander etc. Further the suckers required for commercial vegetative planting can be produced even in low land condition as the plant is reasonably tolerant to water logging compared to the best check ‘Kosi’.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the development of a novel multiutility vigorously growing robust mint plant ‘Ganga’ of Mentha spicata L. var. viridis producing essential oil exhibiting anti-insect and anti-microbial activities and useful for agrochemical and pharmaceutical purposes.

Abstract: A novel Mentha arvensis mint population-variety ‘Damroo’ capable of producing viable seeds and phenotypically homogeneous seed-derived plant population when cross pollinated within its own population and capable of high yield of mint oil.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Mentha plant named ‘Snowcones Purple’, characterized by its compact, outwardly spreading to cascading plant habit; freely branching growth habit; aromatic dark green foliage; and purple-colored flowers arranged in axillary verticillasters.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Mentha plant named ‘Snowcones White’, characterized by its compact, outwardly spreading to cascading plant habit; freely branching growth habit; aromatic dark green foliage; and white-colored flowers arranged in axillary verticillasters.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct mint plant of Mentha arvensis ‘Saksham’, developed through tissue culture, possessing the following combination of characters namely producing higher amount of menthol with high essential oil yield as well as herbage yield; possessing better growth and vegetative growth with high regenerability; has distinct molecular profile by random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD); retains the characteristics of tolerance to leaf spot, rust and powdery mildew as in the parent variety ‘Himalaya’; has light greenish leaves, pinkish white flowers like the parent plant ‘Himalaya’, this new plant is able to produce higher herbage, oil and menthol yield per unit area as compared to other existing improved varieties.

Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a water mint plant of the species botanically known as Mentha×aquatica L, named ‘Aquamint’ which has an upright growth habit, produces a unique mint oil and is resistant to mint rust caused by Puccinia menthae and mint wilt caused by Verticillium dahliae.

Abstract: Described as a new Peppermint mutant having a high yield of menthol rich essential oil, deep purplish green foliage, purplish white flowers, a delayed temporary wilting point and tolerance to the pest Bihar hairy caterpillar (Spilarctia obliqua).

Abstract: A new and distinct peppermint plant ‘Clackamas’ characterized by its resistance to Mint rust (Puccinia menthe Pers), Mint wilt (Ferticillium dahliae and Verticillium albo-atrum), and Spider mites as well as a more upright growth habit and a lighter green color the Black Mitcham peppermint plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct peppermint plant ‘McKenzie’ characterized by its upright growth habit, vigorous and abundant root growth, resistance to Spider Mites (Tetranychus urticae), Mint rust (Puccinia menthe Pers), Mint wilt (Verticillium dahliae and Verticillium albo-atrum), and a distinct flower spike with mostly pinkish white petals and consistent oil quality throughout its phases of maturity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel, insect tolerant, high yielding essential oil and menthol yielding mint plant named ‘Sambhav’, which is a cultivar of Mentha arvensis L.. The mint plant of the present invention has been developed as a result of planned experiments which devised a procedure for early selection of somaclonal variants at the in vitro stage of the variety of Mentha arvensis.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Mentha canadensis (‘Metolius’) is characterized by its unique oil chemistry and flavor profile resembling that of peppermint oil, and by its tolerance to Verticillium wilt (Verticillium dahliae) and mint rust (Puccinia menthae). DNA microsatellite marker analysis has shown that ‘Metolius’ is a distinct variety of M. canadensis.

Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid plant named `Himalaya` (Mentha arvensis) characterized by its higher yield of oil which is rich in menthol, improved regeneration potential, vigorous growth, deep green broad thick leaves, pinkish white flowers and tolerance to rust such as alternaria leaf blight, corynespora leaf spot and powdery mildew.

Abstract: Mint selection 07-A3-11, denominated ‘Meadow Mint’, is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition, produces more oil on a dry weight basis and has a branching pattern, large leaf size and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae).

Abstract: Mint selection 09-6-2, denominated ‘Hoodoo Mint’, is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition, produces more oil on a dry weight basis and has an upright plant type and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae) and mint wilt (Verticillium dahlia).

Abstract: Mint selection 11-A35-3, denominated ‘Everest Mint’, is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition, produces a high oil yield, has an upright, bush type plant habit and has resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae) and mint wilt (Verticillium dahlia).

Abstract: Mint selection 08-6-10, denominated ‘Chelan Mint,’ is a new Mentha piperita cultivar that produces a unique essential oil, a compact plant type and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae) and mint wilt (Verticillium dahlia).

Abstract: Mint selection 08-A20-3, denominated ‘Steens Mint,’ is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces a unique essential oil, has a compact plant type, produces more oil on a dry weight basis and has resistance to mint rust (Puccinia methae).

Abstract: Mint selection 05-19-1 denominated ‘Canyon Mint’ is a new Mentha piperita cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition and has a compact plant type and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae) and mint wilt (Verticillium dahliae).

Abstract: Mint selection 07-A3-5A, denominated ‘Boulder Mint’, is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces a unique essential oil, produces more oil on a dry weight basis and has a compact plant type and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae).

Abstract: Mint selection 14-41-16 denominated ‘Ochoco Mint’ is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical ratio of components. Organoleptically, it differs from typical peppermint oil. It is resistant to mint rust and more resistant to Verticillium mint wilt than current commercially grown varieties of M. arvensis.

Abstract: Mint selection 14-27-71, denominated ‘Blue Mountain Mint,’ is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil similar to commercial peppermint, produces more oil on a dry weight basis, and has resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae).

Abstract: Mint selection 14-27-89, denominated ‘Teton Mint’, is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties. The essential oil is similar to standard mint oil in components composition but differs in the typical Mentha piperita peppermint oil.

Abstract: Mint selection 13-S12-2, denominated ‘Jefferson spearmint ’ is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition and has a compact plant type and resistance to mint wilt (Verticillium dahliae).

Abstract: Mint selection 13-A36-13, denominated ‘Klondike’ peppermint is a new Mentha sp. cultivar that produces a unique essential oil, improved yield of essential oil, and increased resistance to mint rust and wilt.

Abstract: Mint selection 13-39-9, denominated ‘Pendleton’ peppermint is a new Mentha piperita cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition and has a compact plant type and resistance to mint rust (Puccinia menthae) and mint wilt (Verticillium dahliae).

Abstract: Peppermint plant selection 18-14-185, denominated ‘Palisade’ peppermint is a new Mentha x piperita cultivar that produces an essential oil different in composition than commercially grown mint varieties known to the Inventor. The essential oil is similar to standard Peppermint plant oil in components composition but differs substantially in the ratio of said components. Organoleptically, it differs from typical peppermint oil. It is more resistant to Verticillium dahliae mint wilt than current commercially grown varieties. Furthermore, ‘Palisade’ produces an oil type that varies minimally in oil profile based on plant maturity.

Abstract: A new mint plant named ‘MP18’ is disclosed. ‘MP18’ is used for its exceptional and unique oil and aromatic qualities, and is suitable for botanical beverage and tea flavoring.