Difference Between Spearmint and Peppermint

1. Differences in stems

The stems of spearmint are longer, hairless, mostly green in color, with grooves and stripes, and the undeveloped branches grow close to the ground.

The stem of mint is shorter, has grooves on it, is covered with many soft hairs, and has many branches.

2. The difference between leaves

The leaves of spearmint have no petioles and are ovate-oblong or lanceolate in shape. The leaves are pointed at the front, a bit round at the base, and have serrations on the edges. They are green on the top and gray-green on the bottom.

The leaves of mint are oblong-lanceolate and slightly pubescent.

3. The difference between flowers

The flowers of spearmint grow on stems or branches and are purple or white.

Mint flowers are relatively small and purple in color.