What is the Mexican Mint Good For? Culinary, Medicinal, and Home Uses
                                
                                
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                                Often mistaken for true mint, Mexican mint (*Plectranthus amboinicus*) is actually a succulent herb with a pungent, oregano-like flavor used extensively in culinary and traditional medicine around the world. This versatile plant, also known as Cuban oregano or Indian borage, offers a wealth of benefits beyond the kitchen, from soothing respiratory issues to naturally deterring pests.