[[File:Wild Bergamot.JPG|thumb|Alt=Monarda fistulosa|300px|left|Monarda fistulosa]] is a wildflower in the mint family (Lamiaceae) widespread and abundant as a native plant in much of North America. This plant, with showy summer-blooming pink to lavender flowers. This herb is a perennial plant and there are twelve species of the Monarda genus.<br>
Other Names : Monarda fistulosa, Eastern Bee balm
==Special Precautions of Wild Bergamot==
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*Aromatherapy : Monarda Essential Oil is a gentle, yet, powerful anti-infectious agent, especially viral, with the added benefit of being very calming, and helpful in situations of anxiety and nervous tension. In Aromatherapy Monarda Essential Oil is utilized for it's gentle anti-infectious activity, similar to Thyme Linalol, making it an excellent choice for skin care where you need anti-infectious activity of a more gentle nature. Like Bergamot the impact that it will offer your products is soothing, and calming. A great choice for anti-anxiety and de-stress product lines.
==Dosage==
This herb is available as tincture, dried leaved, and salve in health food stores. Parts used: Fresh leaves and dried leaves.<br>
This herb is a perennial plant and there are twelve species of the Monarda genus.It has lavender flowers and a very strong fragrance.
*Infusion: Pour one cup of boiling water over 2-3 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb (can use 4-6 fresh leaves) and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes. Keep tea cover until ready to use. Drink a cup of tea in the morning and in the evening or when needed.
*Tincture: Take ½ teaspoon of the tincture three times a day.
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