Lemon Verbena

Aloysia citrodora

South American Medicinal Herb • Digestive Support • Calming Properties

Renowned for its bright citrus aroma, lemon verbena has long been valued in South American herbal traditions and later became a beloved culinary and medicinal herb around the world.

Origen

Native to South America, lemon verbena naturally grows in warm, sunny regions with well-drained soils of the Andes. It was traditionally cultivated across countries such as Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Paraguay before spreading to other parts of the world.

Usos tradicionales

Lemon verbena leaves were traditionally prepared as an herbal infusion to soothe digestive discomfort, promote relaxation, and relieve symptoms associated with colds and fevers. They were also used to flavor foods and beverages.

Tipo botánico

Lemon verbena is a perennial deciduous shrub belonging to the Verbenaceae family. It is recognized by its slender, lance-shaped leaves, small pale flowers, and exceptionally strong lemon fragrance.

Historia y tradición

Long cultivated in South America, lemon verbena gained wider recognition after reaching Europe in the 18th century. Its citrus aroma made it popular in herbal infusions, perfumes, and as a flavoring when fresh lemons were scarce.

Nutrientes y compuestos

Lemon verbena contains naturally occurring beneficial compounds, including polyphenols, flavonoids, and tannins. Its best-known constituents include verbascoside, citral, and limonene, which contribute to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive, and calming properties.

Versatilidad de las hierbas

Lemon verbena leaves are most commonly brewed into aromatic herbal infusions for daily wellness. Interestingly, the fresh leaves also have culinary uses, adding a bright lemon flavor to desserts, beverages, fruit dishes, marinades, and savory recipes.

Productos de Lemon Verbena HerbaZest

Té de cedrón

Puro y premium: Contiene hojas sueltas de cedrón de alta calidad. Es vegano, libre de gluten y GMO, sin aditivos ni conservantes.
Beneficios naturales: Conocido por sus propiedades calmantes, el cedrón es rico en antioxidantes y aceites esenciales. Es apreciado por promover la relajación, favorecer la digestión y mejorar el estado de ánimo.
Cultivado en su lugar de origen: Las regiones del altiplano andino y obtenido directamente de agricultores locales.
Fácil de preparar: Disfrútelo hirviendo a fuego lento 4 cucharaditas de hojas de cedrón en 4 tazas de agua para una infusión más fuerte, o dejando infusionar 1 cucharadita en una taza de agua hirviendo para un té más suave. Agregue lima o limón, y endulce a gusto con estevia o miel.

Tamaño

4oz

$17.95