According to classical legend, mint originated from the nymph Menthe, the daughter of the river god Cocyte. Because Pluto loved her, his jealous wife Proserpine changed Menthe into a mint plant. Lust, from The Herb Book.
Mint plants like to grow in moist conditions such as along a river bank.
They grow mainly in temperate regions of the world, and are native to the Mediterranean region of Europe. The plants spread rapidly, and can take over a small garden plot in just a few years. Peppermint and spearmint are most the popular mints. They are used for food flavoring and medicinal purposes. The oil and leaves of these mints can be found in the herb sections of shops, and in many commercial preparations.