Can mint repel mosquitoes?

1. Reasons

Because it contains volatile substances such as peppermint oil and menthol, it can repel mosquitoes to a certain extent. When other plants are placed close to it, they can attract mosquitoes and kill and disinfect them at the same time. Its mosquito repellent effect has certain limitations. If there is only one pot of plant in the whole room, it is difficult to play a mosquito repellent role.

2. Other effects

1. Relieve itching and swelling: It not only has a cool smell, but its branches and leaves are also refreshing. When bitten by mosquitoes in the summer, you can take a few mint leaves, grind them into juice and apply it to the bite. It can eliminate itching and reduce swelling after a while.

2. Purify the air: There are many tiny hairs on mint, and its leaves are lush and have a rich surface area. It can effectively absorb indoor waste or dust and purify the air.

3. Clear away heat and relieve summer heat: Because it is a cool plant, eating it can clear away heat, relieve summer heat, reduce discomfort caused by the summer heat, and increase appetite.