Lemon Verbena (Aloysia triphylla)
-Dried, Cut & Sifted
-Sold by the ounce
-Organically Grown
General Information: Lemon verbena is a perennial shrub native to South America that was introduced to Europe by the Spanish in the 1600s. As its name implies, the plant possesses lemon-scented foliage. Lemon verbena, sometimes called vervain, is generally acknowledged to be the most strongly scented and intense of the lemon scented plants. Because of its scent, lemon verbena is used in making perfumes, as well as a flavoring in baking, jelly and preserving. The flavor of lemon verbena has been likened to a cross between licorice and camphor, and it is widely used as an herbal flavoring to replace oregano, particularly in fish and poultry dishes. Lemon verbena was introduced to England in 1700s, and found a comfortable home there, where the deciduous bushes sometimes grow to fifteen feet in height. The plant has an incredibly strong minty-citrus scent that is quite powerful when harvested fresh, however the dried Lemon Verbena is less over-powering and more subtle. It is native to Chile and Peru, but grows quite contentedly in other places. It is used medicinally, as are many other plants with mint or camphor content.
Typical Uses: Lemon verbena is often used to flavor chicken, vegetables, rice, baked goods and various hot and cold beverages, including tea. Lemon verbena can also be encapsulated or tinctured.
Parts Used: Leaves and flowering tops are used in tea infusions, either fresh or dried.
**Precautions**
Specific: No known precautions.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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