Lemon Balm Extract

Product Name: Lemon Balm ExtractLemon Balm Extract

Synonym: Melissa officinalis Extract

Specification: Flavones 2%, 10:1

Appearance: Brownish yellow fine powder

Botanical Source: Melissa officinalis

Lemon balm ,melissa (melissa officinalis), balm,common balm,or balm mint, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the mint familyLamiaceae and native to south-central Europe, Iran, and Central Asia, but now naturalized in the Americas and elsewhere. It grows to a maximum height of 70–150 cm (28–59 in). The leaves have a mild lemon scent similar to mint. During summer, small  whiteflowers full of nectar appear. It is not to be confused with bee balm (genus Monarda), although the white flowers attract  bees, hence the genus Melissa (Greek for "honey bee").

The leaves are used as an herb, in teas, and also as a flavouring. The plant is used to attract bees for honey production. It is  grown as an ornamental plant and for its oil (to use in perfumery). The tea of melissa, the essential oil, and the extract are used in traditional and alternative medicine, including aromatherapy. The plant has been cultivated at least since the 16th century, but reliable medical research is still working to establish the safety and effects of melissa.