(Melissa officinalis)
Culture
Organic farming
Family
Lamiaceae
Biochemical profile
citronellal, géranial, néral.
Part used
non flowering herb, water steam distilled without pressure.
Indications
Used to combat insomnia, nervousness and anxiety attacks. Eases digestion and relieves stomach cramps, nausea and particularly morning sickness.
Caution
No contra-indication at normal doses but medical advice recommended in case of pregnancy.
