Habitat: found across south-eastern Australia in wet areas such as moist forests, wetlands and waterways. This Australian herb has a taste and aroma similar to spearmint. It was used for medicinal purposes by Indigenous Australians. Description: A straggly bush with woody stems up to 40cm long with a pale green pointed leaves that have a serrated edge. River Mint has been harvested for the cosmetics industry as well as its multiple uses as a native bushfood used in cooking and teas. River Mint has been carefully blended with black tea leaves to create a tea ready to make in the pot.