Lemon Verbena is a tropical plant, Aloysia citrodora, syn. Lippia citriodora. There is an English Verbena whose common name is Vervain. Lemon Verbena is a very popular drink in both Spain and France. Where it is drunk hot or cold. It is a natural sedative as well as a digestive tonic. The tea is also generally considered good for soothing bronchial and nasal congestion. Also available in Whole Leaf It is nice combined with whole leaf mint and left in the fridge in cold-water overnight and then garnished with strawberries and slices of orange.
