👉 The term "menthaceae" is a generic name for a group of flowering plants that belong to the family Apiaceae. This group includes approximately 150 genera and over 2,400 species of plants. Some common members of this group include the mint, lily, and dandelion. Menthaceae are commonly used in herbal medicine as they contain compounds called menthol, which is a psychoactive compound that can cause drowsiness or altered perception
