Guest guest Posted December 9, 2007 Report Share Posted December 9, 2007 Thanks Michele and Mystic! Love you both. Joy [ ] Re: Verbena >> Does Any one know anything about this herb verbena? I just recieved a> bath set with verbena and ginger in it and I wonder what it was good> for. Thanks>Lemon Verbena HerbNameLippia citriodora.FamilyVerbenaceae.HistoryThe plant originated from South America.Growing patternTender perennial.How to growYou need to either buy a plant or take stem cuttings.Soil condition/positionSoil can be poor and dry but needs a sheltered warm place and will need protecting during the cold weather.AppearanceThe shrub can grow to 5 feet in height and has long narrow leaves which are highly scented smelling of lemon. It will bloom in late summer the flowers being tiny and white or lilac in colour.UsesLemon Verbena can be used in fruit dishes, jellies, punches, added to baked custard or home made ice cream. The leaves dry very well and can be used to make a mildly sedative tea. the leaves can also be put among linen and in pot-pourri. make an infusion of the leaves and add to your bath. An infusion is also said to be good for cleaning the teeth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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