Lemon Verbena (Aloysia triphylla) herb cut and sifted - Bulk.

All of our bulk herbs are organic when available, otherwise herbs are wildcrafted and responsibly sourced.

Available in either increments of 2 oz or save 20% when you purchase a pound.

SUGGESTED USE:

Make an infusion using 1 heaping teaspoon per cup of boiling water. Steep 15 minutes, covered. Strain. Dose: 1 cup of the infusion (tea) 1-2 times per day as needed.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

None known.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

The genus name, Aloysia, was given in honor of Maria Luisa Teresa di Parma (1751-1819), the wife of Spain's King Charles IV.

A perennial native to the South, lemon verbena has pale green, fragrant, lanceolate, 3- to 4-inch-long leaves arranged in threes. The leaves have parallel veins at right angles to the midrib. The flowers are pale purple and grow in terminal panicles. The plant prefers full sun, moderate to large amounts of water, and light, well-drained, alkaline soil.

Lemon Verbena is used as a culinary herb. It has a lemony aroma and flavor, stronger and sweeter than that of lemon balm, with a hint of vanilla in the taste. Lemon Verbena tea sweetened and served iced is popular in Spain. It is also lovely with the addition of mint.

Lemon Verbena is popular in potpourris, as its leaves have a long-lasting scent. The essential oil is used to scent soaps, bath oils, cosmetics, and perfumes and to repel aphids, mosquitoes, and mites.

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