lemon balm
Fragrant mint relative
Lemon balm is a perennial herb in the mint family with lemon-scented leaves, used in teas, cooking, and traditional medicine for its calming properties.
The plant attracts bees—its genus name *Melissa* comes from the Greek word for honeybee.
She brewed lemon balm tea to help with sleep.
Reducing distress or discomfort
- relaxationState of being unwound
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- stress-reliefReduction of mental tension
- sedativeDrug promoting calm
anxiolytic · restful · peaceful · serenity · comforting · nervine · unwind · de-stress
Steeped leaf beverage
- tisaneHerbal infusion beverage
- infusionSteeping to extract essence
- garnishDecorative food topping
- flavoringSubstance adding taste
salad · marinade · sorbet · dessert · pesto · herb butter · cocktails · lemonade
Agent blocking viral spread
- cold soresHerpes simplex lesions
- herpes simplexLatent blister-causing virus
- digestive aidPromotes food breakdown
- tinctureHerb steeped in alcohol
antispasmodic · anti-inflammatory · antioxidant · topical · ointment · extract · antimicrobial · hypotensive
Tart like lemons
- fragrantEmitting pleasant smell
- mintyHaving cool herbal flavor
- zestyLively in flavor
- freshNewly made, not stale
scented · sweet-smelling · invigorating · essential oils · limonene · volatile · perfumed · redolent
Aromatic herb classification
- perennialRecurring each year
- herbaceousHaving soft green stems
- garden herbEdible aromatic plant
- cultivationFostering growth through care
propagation · seedling · self-seeding · hardy · pollinator · companion planting · foliage · verdant
soothing
Reducing distress or discomfort
- relaxationState of being unwound
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- stress-reliefReduction of mental tension
sedative · anxiolytic · restful · peaceful · serenity · comforting · nervine · unwind · de-stress · sleep aid
tea
Steeped leaf beverage
flavoring · salad · marinade · sorbet · dessert · pesto · herb butter · cocktails · lemonade · ice cream
antiviral
Agent blocking viral spread
- cold soresHerpes simplex lesions
- herpes simplexLatent blister-causing virus
- digestive aidPromotes food breakdown
tincture · antispasmodic · anti-inflammatory · antioxidant · topical · ointment · extract · antimicrobial · hypotensive · adaptogen
citrusy
Tart like lemons
fresh · scented · sweet-smelling · invigorating · essential oils · limonene · volatile · perfumed · redolent · aroma
mint family
Aromatic herb classification
- perennialRecurring each year
- herbaceousHaving soft green stems
- garden herbEdible aromatic plant
cultivation · propagation · seedling · self-seeding · hardy · pollinator · companion planting · foliage · verdant · clumping
- aromatic herbsbasil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, mint
- botanicalsherbs, spices, tea, flowers, lavender
- herbsdill, chives, marjoram, tarragon, rosemary
- sleep aidsmelatonin, sleeping pills, sleeping pill, sleep aid, Ambien
- wellness teasgreen tea, herbal tea, black tea, matcha, chamomile
- digestive herbsgentian, wormwood, chamomile, peppermint, fennel
lemon balmcaffeine
Methylxanthine stimulant compound
guarana · green tea · yerba mate · ginseng · coca leaf
lemon balmbelladonna
Toxic herb yielding atropine
hemlock · foxglove · wormwood · monkshood · nightshade
lemon balmlemon
Acidic yellow citrus
lemon zest · lemon juice · citrus · lemon tree · Meyer lemon
lemon, balm, balmy, lemons, lemony, balsamic, embalm, balsam, lemongrass