Lemon Verbena
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
Other Common Names: Lemon Beebrush
Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena)
Parts Used: Leaves
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Taste: Bright, citrusy, slightly sweet
A Refreshing Herb for Digestion, Relaxation & Mental Clarity
Lemon verbena is a light, uplifting herb cherished for its calming, digestive, and mood-enhancing properties. Traditionally used in South American and Mediterranean herbalism, this aromatic plant is known for soothing the nervous system, easing digestive discomfort, and providing a refreshing boost to the mind and body.
Key Benefits & Uses
Lemon verbena is valued for its nervine, carminative, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Stress & anxiety relief: Gently calms the nervous system and uplifts the mood
✔️ Digestive support: Helps ease bloating, indigestion, and cramping
✔️ Mental clarity & focus: Naturally invigorating without overstimulation
✔️ Anti-inflammatory properties: Traditionally used to ease joint and muscle discomfort
✔️ Immune support: Contains antioxidants that help strengthen the body's defenses
✔️ Sleep & relaxation: A mild sedative that promotes restful sleep without drowsiness
How to Use
🍋 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried lemon verbena leaves for a refreshing, digestion-supporting tea
🍋 Tincture: A concentrated extract for nervous system and digestive support
🍋 Aromatherapy & Herbal Steam: Inhale to clear the mind and lift the spirit
🍋 Culinary Use: Infuse in syrups, desserts, cocktails, or lemonades for a citrusy herbal twist
🍋 Bath & Body: Add to bathwater or herbal sprays for relaxation and cooling relief
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our lemon verbena is organically and sustainably cultivated, preserving its vibrant aroma and healing properties.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ May interact with sedatives or medications affecting the nervous system—consult a healthcare provider before use
⚠️ Can be mildly drying—best combined with moistening herbs for individuals prone to dryness
⚠️ Safe for most people, but those with acid reflux should monitor intake, as it may relax the esophageal sphincter
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
Other Common Names: Lemon Beebrush
Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena)
Parts Used: Leaves
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Taste: Bright, citrusy, slightly sweet
A Refreshing Herb for Digestion, Relaxation & Mental Clarity
Lemon verbena is a light, uplifting herb cherished for its calming, digestive, and mood-enhancing properties. Traditionally used in South American and Mediterranean herbalism, this aromatic plant is known for soothing the nervous system, easing digestive discomfort, and providing a refreshing boost to the mind and body.
Key Benefits & Uses
Lemon verbena is valued for its nervine, carminative, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Stress & anxiety relief: Gently calms the nervous system and uplifts the mood
✔️ Digestive support: Helps ease bloating, indigestion, and cramping
✔️ Mental clarity & focus: Naturally invigorating without overstimulation
✔️ Anti-inflammatory properties: Traditionally used to ease joint and muscle discomfort
✔️ Immune support: Contains antioxidants that help strengthen the body's defenses
✔️ Sleep & relaxation: A mild sedative that promotes restful sleep without drowsiness
How to Use
🍋 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried lemon verbena leaves for a refreshing, digestion-supporting tea
🍋 Tincture: A concentrated extract for nervous system and digestive support
🍋 Aromatherapy & Herbal Steam: Inhale to clear the mind and lift the spirit
🍋 Culinary Use: Infuse in syrups, desserts, cocktails, or lemonades for a citrusy herbal twist
🍋 Bath & Body: Add to bathwater or herbal sprays for relaxation and cooling relief
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our lemon verbena is organically and sustainably cultivated, preserving its vibrant aroma and healing properties.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ May interact with sedatives or medications affecting the nervous system—consult a healthcare provider before use
⚠️ Can be mildly drying—best combined with moistening herbs for individuals prone to dryness
⚠️ Safe for most people, but those with acid reflux should monitor intake, as it may relax the esophageal sphincter
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
Other Common Names: Lemon Beebrush
Family: Verbenaceae (Verbena)
Parts Used: Leaves
Energetics: Cooling, drying
Taste: Bright, citrusy, slightly sweet
A Refreshing Herb for Digestion, Relaxation & Mental Clarity
Lemon verbena is a light, uplifting herb cherished for its calming, digestive, and mood-enhancing properties. Traditionally used in South American and Mediterranean herbalism, this aromatic plant is known for soothing the nervous system, easing digestive discomfort, and providing a refreshing boost to the mind and body.
Key Benefits & Uses
Lemon verbena is valued for its nervine, carminative, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a trusted botanical for:
✔️ Stress & anxiety relief: Gently calms the nervous system and uplifts the mood
✔️ Digestive support: Helps ease bloating, indigestion, and cramping
✔️ Mental clarity & focus: Naturally invigorating without overstimulation
✔️ Anti-inflammatory properties: Traditionally used to ease joint and muscle discomfort
✔️ Immune support: Contains antioxidants that help strengthen the body's defenses
✔️ Sleep & relaxation: A mild sedative that promotes restful sleep without drowsiness
How to Use
🍋 Tea/Infusion: Steep dried lemon verbena leaves for a refreshing, digestion-supporting tea
🍋 Tincture: A concentrated extract for nervous system and digestive support
🍋 Aromatherapy & Herbal Steam: Inhale to clear the mind and lift the spirit
🍋 Culinary Use: Infuse in syrups, desserts, cocktails, or lemonades for a citrusy herbal twist
🍋 Bath & Body: Add to bathwater or herbal sprays for relaxation and cooling relief
Sustainability & Sourcing
At Soulshine Wellness Co., we ensure our lemon verbena is organically and sustainably cultivated, preserving its vibrant aroma and healing properties.
Safety & Considerations
⚠️ May interact with sedatives or medications affecting the nervous system—consult a healthcare provider before use
⚠️ Can be mildly drying—best combined with moistening herbs for individuals prone to dryness
⚠️ Safe for most people, but those with acid reflux should monitor intake, as it may relax the esophageal sphincter