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Keep ReadingLemon Balm Leaf (Melissa officinalis)
BOTANICAL NAME
Melissa officinalis
COMMON NAMES
Lemon Balm, Melissa, Balm, Baum
FAMILY
Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Balm is a native of France, but naturalised in England and the United States. It grows in fields, along road-sides, and is well known as a garden plant, flowering from May to August. The whole plant is used and should be collected prior to flowering. In a fresh state it has a lemon-like odour, which is nearly lost by drying. Its taste is aromatic, faintly astringent, with a degree of persistent bitterness. Boiling water extracts its virtues.
Traditionally used to support those with heavy periods, relaxation and digestive health. Loose chopped dried leaf supplied.
Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
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