Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
Common Names: Melissa, Sweet Balm, Balm mint, bee balm, blue balm
 
Lemon balm is a lemon-scented member of the mint (Lamiaceae) family. This aromatic perennial plant is native to the Mediterranean and regions in North Africa, Asia, and Europe, but is now widely grown around the world.
 
Lemon balm adds sweetness and a delicate citrus flavor to salads, dressings, seafood dishes, jams, and jellies. It can also be brewed in herbal teas to promote a sense of calm and used in body care potions to soften skin.
 
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