Lemon Verbena, Whole Leaf - 1 LB

Description: Lemon Verbena, Whole Leaf - 1 lb.
Botanical name: Aloysia triphylla

Lemon verbena, also called vervain, is generally recognized to be the most strongly scented and intense of the lemon scented plants. A native of Chile and Peru, Lemon Verben was introduced into Europe in the 1700's. Its powerful and pleasing scent has made it an important ingredient in perfumes and toilet water.

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Sample Incense Recipes

1. Protection Incense

Mix together:

• 2 parts Lemon Verbena
• 1 part Galangal
• 1 part Pennyroyal
• 1/4 part Rue
• 1/2 part Cinnamon

Thoroughly grind all ingredients in a mortar and pestle.
Burn over smoldering charcoal.

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2. Lemon Verbena Sachet

Mix together:

• 1 cup lemon verbena, dried and crushed fine
• 1 cup lemon balm, dried and crushed fine
• 1 cup rosemary, dried and crushed fine
• 1 tablespoon Lemon peel (left as is)
• 4 drops essential oil of Verbena or Lemon

In a glass container, mix all the ingredients, allow to age for two weeks.
Fill ingredients into small or medium sized cloth/cotton/muslin bags. Makes 3 cups.
Discard after fragrance is gone.

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