Lemon verbena (Lippia citriodora)

Other names: Aloysia triphylla, Aloysia (Lippia) triphylla, Herba aloisiae triphyll, Aloiska, lemon verbena

Lemon verbena, which is also known as Aloysia triphylla, Aloysia (Lippia) triphylla, Herba aloisiae triphyll, Aloisia or lemon verbena, is a perennial plant that is grown primarily for its medicinal and culinary purposes. This plant is native to South America, but is now cultivated all over the world. It requires a rather sunny habitat and well-drained soil.

Lemon verbena has many uses, especially in the food industry, perfume and cosmetics. Its leaves are often used to make teas for their distinctive lemony aroma and flavour. Lemon verbena is also a popular ingredient in the culinary industry, where it is used to flavor drinks, salads, sauces and desserts. In the cosmetic industry, lemon verbena herb is often used in soaps, shampoos and other personal care products for its refreshing scent. It is also found in some perfumes. In medicine, a decoction is made from it to help with nervousness, stress and insomnia. Due to its antibacterial properties, it is also used to treat various skin diseases and herpetic rashes.