Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) 20g

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis): A Mediterranean Herb with 2,000 Years of Use

Lemon balm belongs to the Lamiaceae family, the same mint family as lavender, rosemary, and sage. Native to south-central Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, and Iran, it has been part of European herbal tradition for over 2,000 years. The ancient Greeks were among the first to document its use, and it later became a key ingredient in Carmelite Water, the aromatic preparation made by Carmelite monks since the 17th century, and in Klosterfrau Melissengeist, a spirit-based herbal preparation still sold in German pharmacies today. These cultural anchors speak to how deeply embedded this herb is in European tradition, not as a novelty, but as a staple.

Using Lemon Balm as an Infusion

The most common way to use dried lemon balm is as a loose-leaf infusion. Add the leaves to hot water and allow them to steep. The aroma is the first thing you notice: a clean, bright lemon scent released from the leaves, which softens as it infuses into the water. Unlike some herbal teas that smell better than they taste, lemon balm delivers a flavour that follows the nose. One thing worth knowing: the lemon fragrance is most pronounced before flowering and fades as the plant matures, so dried leaf quality varies by harvest timing. This 20g pack gives you enough to try the infusion at your own pace.

Advisory Information

Not suitable for persons under 18. Insufficient data on use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Consult a health professional when using medication, or if suffering from an illness or health complaint.

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) 20g data sheet

Format	Natural Form
Brand	Other
Type	Loose-leaf tea

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