LEMON VERBENA

Lemon verbena is one of the most important medicinal herbs in Iran especially because of its essence among all herbs. Lemon verbena grass is the name of an aromatic medicinal plant and perennial shrub that has a pleasant lemon verbena scent. The most important ingredients in lemon verbena are related to the aroma of its leaves. This plant is used in perfumery and pharmaceutical industry.

Lemon verbena has a very long history of use in traditional medicine for the treatment of colds, fever, anxiety, indigestion, spasms and insomnia. It is also known as a booster of the immune system and a natural aid for weight loss. Lemon verbena essential oil is also used in the food industry.

Lemon verbena has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries to stop muscle spasms, as a fever reducer and sedative, for indigestion, and to increase appetite, among other indications. Research regarding its medicinal use is limited. The leaves and flowering tops are used in teas and as beverage flavors. Its fragrance is used in perfumery.