DefinePK

Abstract

ABSTRACT Mentha arvensis is a well-know plant reputed for its menthol control content all- over the world. In order to determine the possibility of its cultivation as a crop, introduction and fertilizer trials were conducted for two consecutive years at Medicinal Plants farm, Peshawar. Yield data indicated that 3-cuttings proved better as compared to two cuttings/annum.Application of split doses of NPK at the rate of 150:30:30 kg/ha significantly increased the yield of green herb as compared to other doses.The mint oil content are comparable with the main producing countries like Japan, India and China. Pilot-scale cultivation of Japanese mint in the irrigated areas is recommended to the farmers for growing as specialized crop.