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Lemon verbena is a shrub native to South America. Its leaves are known for their intense lemon fragrance, stronger than that of lemons themselves! It's a perennial in warmer climates but often grown as an annual in cooler regions. It is a versatile and well loved herb to have in the household!
Dried lemon verbena leaves can be added to potpourri for a pleasant fragrance. Its pleasant citrus scent can provide a refreshing and uplifting feeling when used in skincare products.
Lemon verbena has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes, including aiding digestion, calming nerves, and promoting sleep.
It may help soothe irritated or inflamed skin, potentially beneficial for conditions like eczema or minor burns.
Lemon verbena may help tone the skin and reduce the appearance of pores. Brew a strong lemon verbena tea and let it cool. Use it as a final rinse after cleansing your face. This can help tone the skin and provide a refreshing sensation.
You can create a lemon verbena-infused oil by steeping dried lemon verbena leaves in a carrier oil (like olive, almond, or jojoba oil) for a few weeks. This oil can then be used in skincare formulations or applied directly to the skin (always do a patch test first).
Flavoring: Add lemon verbena leaves to dishes to impart a lemony flavor. It pairs well with fish, chicken, salads, and desserts.
Infused Oils and Vinegars: You can infuse oils and vinegars with lemon verbena for use in cooking and dressings.
Desserts: Lemon verbena adds a zesty touch to cakes, cookies, ice cream, and sorbets.
To prepare as tea:
Pour 8 oz. boiling water over 2 tsp of herb.
Cover and Steep 5-10 minutes.
Strain, Serve & Enjoy!
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only. If pregnant, nursing or suffering from any medical condition, or taking any medication, always consult with your healthcare practitioner before use.