Catnip is a strong-smelling herb. It is native to Central Europe, though it can now be found in most of Canada and the Northeast United States. It belongs to the mint family and has oval-toothed, dark green leaves and white flowering tops. Catnip leaves and flowers are consumed as a herbal tea for many health benefits. Catnip tea is slightly bitter and has a minty, earthy taste. Some people prefer adding lemon, honey, or sugar to improve the flavor. Key Features Organic Certification: Our dried cut & sifted catnip leaf & flower is certified as organic, which means it is produced without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).