Translation guide
Catmint is a common name for aromatic plants in the Nepeta genus, often grown in gardens. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by the genus name or specific species names.
Referring to the plant Nepeta, especially ornamental varieties grown in gardens.
The most common way to refer to catmint in Japanese, borrowed from English. Used in gardening and plant shops.
庭にキャットミントを植えました。
I planted catmint in the garden.
The genus name Nepeta, used in botanical or more formal contexts.
ネペタの品種はたくさんあります。
There are many varieties of Nepeta.
The Japanese name for Nepeta cataria (catnip), but sometimes used loosely for catmint. More accurately refers to catnip.
This usually means catnip (Nepeta cataria), not ornamental catmint. Use with care.
Catnip is a plant that cats like.