Fliyo (فليو) is menthe pouliot in French and pennyroyal in English (Mentha pulegium). A strongly scented wild mint, drunk in Morocco mainly in winter tea.
Names
| Darija / Arabic | French | English |
|---|---|---|
| فليو · النعناع البري | Menthe pouliot | Pennyroyal |
| زيت فليو | Huile de menthe pouliot | Pennyroyal oil |
| النعناع | Menthe verte | Spearmint |
| المليسة | Mélisse | Lemon balm |
Traditional uses
- Winter tea: a little fliyo in mint tea is a Moroccan cold-weather custom.
- Steam: traditionally used in steam inhalation in winter.
- Fliyo oil: external use, diluted in a carrier oil, for massage.
- Beldi soap with fliyo for the hammam.
Note: traditional, general information, not medical advice. It does not replace a doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and anyone on medication should ask a doctor first.
Caution: fliyo is strong: not in large amounts or for long periods, not for pregnant women or young children, and the oil must never be swallowed.
How to use
- Tea: a small sprig in the teapot, not every day.
- Massage: 2–3 drops of oil in a spoon of olive or coconut oil, away from the eyes.
- Steam: a little herb in hot water for a few minutes.
Storage
- Dried herb in an airtight jar away from light.
- Oil in a dark bottle, out of children's reach.
FAQ
What is فليو in French? Menthe pouliot; in English, pennyroyal.
Is it mint? Same family, but a different, stronger plant.
Can I drink the oil? No, external diluted use only.
Where to buy
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See also: Pennyroyal oil 30 ml · Fliyo essential oil · Pennyroyal liquid beldi soap · Ginger & fliyo jam · Moroccan herb glossary
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