Mint - Vietnamese

Common Name: Vietnamese Mint

Description:
Vietnamese Mint (Persicaria odorata), also known as Vietnamese Coriander, is a fast-growing, tropical herb with long, pointed green leaves featuring dark maroon markings. Unlike true mints, it thrives in warm, moist conditions and has a strong, spicy, peppery flavour with hints of coriander. Well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, it prefers a sunny to part-shade position with consistently moist soil. Vietnamese Mint is a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine, commonly used in soups, salads, and fresh rolls. It grows vigorously, making it ideal for container gardening to control its spread. This low-maintenance herb is an excellent addition to any edible garden.

Form:

• Herbaceous
• Ground Cover (spreading habit)

Mature Size:

• Height: 30-60 cm
• Width: 30-100 cm (can spread aggressively)

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer (rarely flowers in Melbourne’s climate)

Flower Colour:

• Pale Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Edible Leaves
• Fast Growing
• Herbaceous
• Perennial
• Aromatic Foliage
• Moisture Loving

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Lemongrass
• Thai Basil
• Coriander
• Chillies
• Ginger