An aromatic herb with a strong lemon scent and flavor, also known as lemon verbena. Used in teas, desserts, and to infuse syrups and oils with bright citrus notes.
From Latin 'verbena' (sacred bough), originally referring to any sacred plant used in religious ceremonies. Lemon verbena specifically comes from South America and was brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the 17th century.
Lemon verbena has one of the most intense lemon scents in the plant kingdom - even stronger than lemon zest! It was so prized by Victorian ladies that they would carry small bouquets of it as natural perfume, and it was considered an essential herb in proper English gardens for making refreshing summer teas.
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