Herb of the Week: Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm
Melissa officinalis
- Part used: leaves
- Other names: sweet Melissa, honey leaf
- Ruler: Jupiter in Cancer
- Day: Thursday
- Power: To Know
- Element: Air
- Direction: East
- Energetic Effect: Masculine, projective, active
- Deity: Sachiel (angel), Bethor (Olympic Spirit)
Magickal use: improves emotional balance, communication; finances, justice, healing, love
General Information: With its light scent of lemon along with a lovely flavor, lemon balm is calming and soothing to our nerves as well as for respiratory and digestive issues. Lemon balm blends well with the mints as well as with chamomile and is one of my favorite herbs.
Lemon Balm constituents include tannins and volatile oil which help with respiratory ailments and digestive complaints. And with its nervine properties, lemon balm alleviates headaches and nervous tension.
Preparation: infusion, oil, liniment, salve
Disclaimer:
The information above is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose any condition or prescribe any treatment. Please consult your medical/herbal professional for further advice regarding the use of herbs, particularly if you’re already taking prescribed medications to avoid any unnecessary or harmful interactions. Please seek treatment from a medical professional should symptoms occur that do not quickly resolve on their own. If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, please consult your medical/herbal professional before using any herbs.
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Thank you... Jan Erickson
