The Plant
Plant part: Sheet
Origin: France
Lemon verbena, also known as scented verbena, is a small shrub belonging to the Verbenaceae family. This aromatic plant is a perennial native to Latin America.
Used in Peru, lemon verbena is an ingredient in the national soft drink, Inca Kola. Beyond its culinary uses, Lemon Verbena is a plant recommended for its effects on the nervous and emotional spheres. It is very useful in the treatment of depression, anxiety and stress, as well as related gastrointestinal disorders.
Lemon Verbena is also a “digestive” plant, used to support digestion, particularly in cases of overeating.
To guarantee the quality of our products, we use Lemon Verbena grown and harvested in France, in the Tarn region to be precise. Our essential oil is rich in geranial and neral, two terpenes known for their anti-inflammatory, sedative and antiseptic effects. Lemon Verbena Hydrosol and Essential Oil are also excellent allies for your sleep and mental well-being.
What are the virtues of Lemon Verbena from Tarn?
The Lemon Verbena from Tarn is a plant with multiple health benefits. Thanks to its properties that promote digestion, it is ideal for relieving stomach aches and bloating. Its tonic action helps to combat intellectual fatigue and overwork by stimulating brain functions. Moreover, its relaxing and soothing virtues make it a valuable ally to combat stress and promote relaxation. As a herbal tea or infusion, the Lemon Verbena from Tarn is a plant with multiple virtues that contribute to the well-being and balance of the body and mind.
Common questions
How to use Fragrant Verbena?
With its powerful, slightly lemony fragrance, Lemon Verbena is highly appreciated as a beverage flavoring.
In aromatherapy and phytotherapy, Lemon Verbena is renowned for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects, as well as for its effect on the emotions. Lemon Verbena is used in several ways:
-Essential Oil: like most essential oils, Lemon Verbena Essential Oil is best used diluted to avoid irritation.
It can be used topically, diffused or inhaled.
-Hydrolat : Milder than Essential Oil, Lemon Verbena Hydrolat is suitable for several uses: 1. cutaneous: Hydrolat can be applied to the skin to aid digestion, regulate anxiety and promote restful sleep;
2. orally: Hydrolat can be used pure or diluted;
3. by diffusion or inhalation: it promotes relaxation, especially in the bedroom.
-Infusion : Alone or in a blend of plants, Lemon Verbena can be enjoyed as an infusion. To do so, place a teaspoon of Verbena in a teapot, then pour in simmering water. Leave to infuse for a few minutes before drinking.
- Mother tincture: Verbena mother tincture is used for its relaxing and digestive properties.
- Capsules or capsules: Lemon Verbena is also marketed as a capsule or dietary supplement, for use as a course of treatment.
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The Products
Lemon Verbena Hydrolat 100% Organic and Handcrafted
Essenciagua’s food-grade Lemon Verbena Hydrolat is a treasure of well-being and health. Native to France, Lemon Verbena (Lippia citriodora), also known as Sweet Verbena, is a perennial aromatic shrub native to Latin America. Traditionally used in Peruvian cuisine and medicine, this plant is particularly recommended for treating depression, anxiety, stress and associated digestive disorders. This hydrosol acts effectively on stress and nervousness. Used as a drink or diffuser, it helps reduce...
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Lemon Verbena Essential Oil 100% Organic and Handcrafted
Essenciagua’s Lemon Verbena Essential Oil, effective against stress, depression and fatigue, is obtained using traditional distillation technology. Extracted from Lippia citriodora, an aromatic plant native to France, this essential oil is renowned for its multiple therapeutic virtues. Derived from lemon verbena, also known as sweet verbena, this small aromatic shrub is used in the composition of Peru’s national drink, Inca Kola. In addition to its culinary uses, Lemon Verbena is recommended...
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