{"product_id":"lemon-verbena-leaf","title":"Lemon Verbena Leaf (Aloysia citrodora) — Bulk Dried Herb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLemon Verbena Leaf \u003cem\u003e(Aloysia citrodora)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon Verbena is one of the most intensely and purely lemon-scented plants in the botanical world — a woody shrub native to South America whose lance-shaped leaves release an extraordinary burst of bright, clean citrus fragrance when touched or bruised. Introduced to Europe by Spanish and Portuguese explorers in the 17th century, it quickly became one of the most beloved aromatic plants in European gardens and remains a staple of culinary, cosmetic, and herbal traditions across the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Lemon Verbena leaf is certified organic, cut and sifted to preserve its vibrant essential oils and aromatic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aloysia citrodora (syn. Lippia citriodora, Aloysia triphylla)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verbenaceae (Verbena family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lemon Verbena, Lemon Beebrush, Verbena, Hierba Luisa, Verveine Odorante\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut \u0026amp; Sifted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Argentina, Chile)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale green to yellow-green dried leaf pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely lemon-like, bright, clean, floral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, clean lemon flavor, slightly floral, mildly astringent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the western slopes of the Andes in Argentina and Chile, Aloysia citrodora is a deciduous woody shrub that grows to 3–5 meters in its native habitat, producing lance-shaped leaves in whorls of three and small pale lavender flowers in summer. The plant was brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the late 17th century and named in honor of Maria Luisa, Princess of Parma and Queen of Spain. It was widely cultivated in European gardens throughout the 18th and 19th centuries and became a fashionable ingredient in perfumery, cosmetics, and herbal preparations. The plant’s essential oil is dominated by citral, the same compound responsible for the lemon scent in lemongrass and lemon balm, but in Lemon Verbena it is present in exceptionally high concentrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLemon Verbena has been used in South American folk botanical traditions for centuries and was adopted into European herbal practice following its introduction in the 17th century. It is particularly prominent in French herbal tradition, where it is known as \u003cem\u003everveine\u003c\/em\u003e and is one of the most popular herbal teas. In Spain and Latin America it is known as \u003cem\u003ehierba luisa\u003c\/em\u003e and is widely used as a culinary and digestive botanical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Preparations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep 1–2 teaspoons of dried leaf in hot water for 5–10 minutes for a bright, refreshing lemon tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to desserts, sorbets, sauces, marinades, and cocktails for a pure lemon flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs beautifully with Chamomile, Lemon Balm, and Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep in cold water overnight for a refreshing summer drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Identity Verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ethically Sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Small Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ No Additives or Fillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place to preserve the volatile essential oils. Properly stored, dried Lemon Verbena maintains its quality for 1–2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a botanical ingredient for culinary, educational, and traditional use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a health condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery purchase supports Twin Dragons Botanical Institute’s mission of botanical conservation, responsible sourcing, and the preservation of plant knowledge for future generations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51584055083307,"sku":"SQ4875580","price":4.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/3333\/0731\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_44212df1-1755-4db1-b0b9-4caddb349927.png?v=1764896814","url":"https:\/\/twin-dragons.com\/products\/lemon-verbena-leaf","provider":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}