CIM-Indushree: An Erect Growth, Sucker-producing and High Yielding Variety of Peppermint (Mentha piperita L.)

A high-yielding peppermint variety with >20% higher oil yield, superior US-type essential oil quality, and high menthol content (50–55%), developed to reduce India’s dependence on imported peppermint oil and enhance farmer profitability.

Suitable for commercial cultivation and industrial extraction of high-quality peppermint oil for:
• Pharmaceutical formulations
• FMCG products (toothpaste, cosmetics, confectionery)
• Aroma and flavor industries

• Higher Oil Yield: 140–145 kg/ha (≈20% higher than existing varieties)
• Superior Oil Quality: Comparable to US-type peppermint oil
• High Menthol Content: 50–55% (industry preferred)
• Low Menthofuran: 2.0–3.5% (better quality profile)
• Sucker Producing Habit: Enables transplanting like Mentha arvensis
• Erect Growth Habit: Better agronomic management
• Farmer Friendly: Improved economic returns and adaptability