Lemon Verbena, Cut / Sifted

Aloysia triphylla
Size: .5 oz / 1 oz

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. Cut and sifted
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.

Uses:
cosmetic: Use in soaps, shampoos, hair conditioners, lotions, salves, balms and other cosmetics.
culinary: Use the dried leaf as seasoning for soups, stews, vegetables, chicken and fish, cookies and other baked goods. Lemon verbena is also used in teas.
household: Tincture or use strong water infusions to make homemade dish soap and other cleaners.
aromatic: Add to herbal pillows, sachets and potpourri.
industrial: Lemon verbena is used in the cosmetic and fragrance industries.

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