Description

Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis 

Family: Lamiaceae

Country of Origin: France

Part of Plant Used: Leaves

Blends Well With: Basil, bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, geranium, hyssop, jasmine, lavender, lavandin, lemon, marjoram, neroli, oregano, pennyroyal, peppermint, rose, sage, spearmint, spike lavender, thyme, ylang ylang

Common Uses: Allergies, asthma, colds, colic, depression, indigestion, hypertension, menstrual problems, migraine, palpitations, nausea, nervous tension, shock, sterility (women), vertigo, vomiting

Characteristics: Fresh, lemony, very pleasant

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Healing Properties: Antispasmodic, calming, sedative, soothing, antidepressant, uplifting, digestive, anti-virus