Lemon balm plant

Lemon Balm

Latin Name: Melissa officinalis

Family: Lamiaceae

Common names: Melissa balm, bee herb

Culinary use

An aromatic herb, good in drinks like teas and lemonade.

Medicinal use

A calming herb known to reduce stress and anxiety, promote sleep, improve appetite, and ease pain and discomfort from indigestion.

Source

Plants of the World Online