Catnip: What It Does (and Doesn't Do) to Your Cat

Cat mint, also known as Nepeta cataria or catnip, is a member of the mint family and is native to Europe and Asia. It is a common herb that many cats find irresistible and is often used to stimulate play or relaxation in felines. However, cat mint does not have any psychoactive effects on humans. Unlike its effects on cats, cat mint does not affect the human brain or body in the same way.