Catnip and catmint both belong to the genus Nepeta in the mint family. They both have square stems that are typical features of mint plants. And they each produce spikes of tiny, two-lipped flowers ...

If you're a cat lover, you know that your furry friends can go absolutely wild for a sprinkling of catnip, the green herb that can be found in many cat toys or even grown in your own garden. Once a ...

When cats chew and rub against the leaves, the plant releases a compound that repels insects like mosquitoes Most cat owners know catnip as a treat for their feline friends to roll in and chew, but a ...

A whiff of catnip can make mosquitoes buzz off, and now researchers know why. So researchers exposed mosquitoes and fruit flies to catnip and monitored the insects’ behavior. Fruit flies were less ...

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Cats as a species are creatures that become stressed very easily, and this can lead them to physical discomfort, and sore patches caused by overgrooming. That's why it's good to help your cat relax, ...

A: Yes, there is a difference, and the names are sometimes used interchangeably. While both are members of the Nepeta or mint family, they are actually two separate plants. Catnip (Nepeta cataria), is ...

Growing catnip (Nepeta cataria), a perennial plant, from seed is pretty straightforward, and it can be a huge benefit to your garden, even if you don’t have a green thumb. It’s perfect for any herb ...

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A new study hints that plants like catnip and silver vine may also protect your feline friend from mosquitoes. By Katherine J. Wu For a lesson in euphoria, look no further than a house cat twined ...