As Espécies da Quinta

Lemon Verbena Aloysia citrodora Verbenaceae

A deciduous perennial shrub that is native to South America, also known as lemon beebrush. The leaves have a strong lemon-like aroma and can be used in infusions, salads, drinks and desserts. Lemon verbena has antipyretic, calming and antidepressant properties. The essential oil extracted from its leaves contains citral, nerol and geraniol and is used in perfumery.