Many Calamintha species are used as spices in various
culinary recipes because of their pleasant mint-like smell.
Besides, they are known for different medicinal uses. Common
calamint is used as diaphoretic, in syrups for coughs and colds
and as an expectorant. The tea is used to help with gas and colic.
Externally, it is useful in poultices for bruises and as a strengthener
and nerve soother. The essential oil shows different activities,
such as sedating, antipyretic, antibacterial and antifungal activities