Melissa Officinalis

Melissa Officinalis

Fam. Labiatae

Lemon Balm, Balm

A sweet smelling herb, easy to grow, said to ‘raise the spirits’.  Makes a great breakfast tea, has antibacterial and antiviral properties, is used for skin injuries and inhibits tumor cells from dividing.  Good tea for hyperthyroid conditions, a nice remedy for emotional complaints as well as for headaches, palpitations, restlessness and excitability.  Said to have been used as a tea by many people who achieved great longevity.