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Other Names : Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia triphylla, Cedrón, Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Lippia citrodora, Lippia triphylla, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verbena triphylla, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Zappania citrodora.
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Other Names : Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia triphylla, Cedrón, Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Lippia citrodora, Lippia triphylla, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verbena triphylla, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Zappania citrodora.<br>
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==Special Precautions of Lemon Verbena==
 
==Special Precautions of Lemon Verbena==
 
*Lemon verbena is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in alcoholic beverages. It also seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts as a medicine. *It can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) in some people.
 
*Lemon verbena is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in alcoholic beverages. It also seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts as a medicine. *It can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) in some people.

Revision as of 10:34, 9 September 2012

Other Names : Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia triphylla, Cedrón, Herb Louisa, Hierba Luisa, Lemon-Scented Verbena, Lippia citrodora, Lippia triphylla, Louisa, Verbena Citrodora, Verbena triphylla, Verveine Citronnée, Verveine Citronnelle, Zappania citrodora.
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Special Precautions of Lemon Verbena

  • Lemon verbena is safe for most people when consumed in amounts found in alcoholic beverages. It also seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts as a medicine. *It can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) in some people.
  • Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of lemon verbena during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
  • Kidney disease: Large amounts of lemon verbena may irritate the kidneys and make kidney disease worse. Avoid using large amounts if you have kidney problems.

The benefits of Lemon Verbena are

  • fever
  • congestion
  • asthma
  • insomnia
  • intestinal problems
  • stress
  • depression
  • to treat Candida (yeast overgrowth) as it has properties that help eliminate the fungus.
  • Digestive disorders including indigestion, gas, colic, diarrhea, and constipation.
  • strengthening the nervous system
  • de-stressing
  • regulating menstrual cycle and lessening PMS.
  • help with metabolism
  • help break down cellulite, thus it aids in slimming.
  • have a mild calming effect on nerves.
  • Lemon verbena contains a substance that might kill mites and bacteria.