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Aloysia citrodora
Aloysia citrodora
Read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment, or use in children, seek advice before use.
Prolonged or high-dose use is not recommended without the advice of a healthcare professional. As a precaution, avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding in the absence of sufficient data. If taking medication, consult a pharmacist or physician before regular use.
Infusion — Dried leaves
Classic lemon verbena infusion
Pour simmering water over a teaspoon of dried leaves, allow to infuse for about 8 to 10 minutes covered, then strain. Enjoy after meals or in the evening. 1 teaspoon of dried leaves per cup, 1 to 3 cups per day.
Infusion — Fresh leaves
Fresh garden leaf infusion
Lightly crush a few fresh leaves to release their fragrance, then infuse them in hot water for a few minutes before straining. A simple preparation, as traditionally done in the garden. A small handful of fresh leaves per cup.
Where to find it
Obtaining the plant
It can be found dried at herbalists and in commerce as herbal tea, as well as fresh in the garden where it is easily grown in pots in temperate regions.
Harvest season
When to harvest
The leaves are preferably harvested in summer, in dry weather, before flowering, when their lemony fragrance is most pronounced.
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