Description
Lemon Verbena is a small 1 to 3 cm shrub native to the Andes that grows at altitudes of 0 to 3,000 metres. It is grown for its highly aromatic lemon-scented leaves and used to season sauces, marinades and ice cream, among other things, and to make herbal teas and liqueurs. The essential oil obtained by steam distilling its leaves is used in perfumery and in cosmetics.
- BOTANICAL NAME: Lippia citriodora
- PART OF PLANT: Leaf
- ORIGIN: Morocco
- CULTURE: Organic, certified by ECOCERT® SA
- CHEMOTYPE: CITRAL (NERAL+GERANIAL), LIMONENE
- OTHER NAME: Aloysia citriodora (Triphylla), Lemon scented Verbena
- EXTRACTION METHOD: Steam distillation
- ODOUR: Fresh, lemony, sweet and fruity
- COLOUR: Amber yellow to orange
Usage/Dosage
Topical (Adults): Mix 1 to 2 drops in ½ tsp (2.5ml) of vegetable oil.
Cautions/Warnings
NOT FOR USE ON CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE OR WOMEN WHO ARE PREGNANT OR NURSING. For external and cosmetic use only. Do not use essential oils undiluted. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil. If you have epilepsy or asthma, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. If nausea, dizziness, headache or allergic reactions occur, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or persist. Not for use on inflamed, broken, irritated or sensitive skin or if suffering from dermatitis. Avoid exposing treated area to sunlight.