Lemon verbena is a deciduous shrub with a 2 m (6 1/2 ft) height. It has clusters of tubular, light green to mauve flowers and lance-shaped leaves with a powerful aroma.
History & Folklore
In 1784, lemon verbena was brought to Europe. The infusion is a well-liked beverage throughout Europe, particularly in Spain and France.
Habitat & Cultivation
South America is the origin of lemon verbena. It is grown as a decorative, aromatic plant in temperate regions, and its leaves are used to prepare herbal tea. In the late summer, the leaves are harvested.
Uses
Depression has sedative properties that may help with decreasing symptoms of depression.
Abdominal discomfort may help in soothing because of the sedative action.
Parts used
Leaves used to make herbal tea.
Key Actions
Digestive properties
Sedative action
Lifts the spirits
Constituents
Volatile oil
Mucilage
Tannins
Flavonoids
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Pages 228-229.
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