Plant Information

Common Name: BERGAMOT - LEMON
Scientific Name: Monarda citriodora
Alternative Names: Lemon Mint

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R57.00

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Description

• Annual
• Lanceolate leaves and whorls of white or pink/purple dotted flowers.
• Half hardy.
• Light, dry alkaline soil.
• Full sun.
• Drought tolerant
• Attract butterflies and hummingbirds

Culinary Uses

• Aromatic herb with a lemon-like aroma
• Add flower petals and chopped leaves to salads, fruit cups and fruit drinks.
• Add to pork and game dishes
• Freeze chopped/ or single flowers in ice cubes
• Make a tea

Parts Used

• Flowers and leaves

Medicinal Uses. It is said that

• Leaves contain citronellol - effective insect repellent when rubbed on the skin

Other Uses

• Cosmetic: Facial steam. Aromatherapy

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