lemon balm
noun
: a bushy perennial European mint (Melissa officinalis) often cultivated for its lemon-scented leaves
also
: its leaves
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In studies, lemon balm has been shown to help with insomnia and anxiety symptoms.
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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Plant lemon balm, mint, chrysanthemums, marigolds, basil, garlic, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary and lemongrass around your yard.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025
Steep fresh herbs like mint, lemon balm, or chamomile for a relaxing tea, or whip up a soft herb butter with parsley, chives, and thyme to spread on warm bread.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
As for the emerging supplements with little research, some showed the most promise in early studies: Folic acid, lavender, zinc, tryptophan, rhodiola and lemon balm.
—New Atlas, 14 July 2025
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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Plant lemon balm, mint, chrysanthemums, marigolds, basil, garlic, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary and lemongrass around your yard.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 21 July 2025
Steep fresh herbs like mint, lemon balm, or chamomile for a relaxing tea, or whip up a soft herb butter with parsley, chives, and thyme to spread on warm bread.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
As for the emerging supplements with little research, some showed the most promise in early studies: Folic acid, lavender, zinc, tryptophan, rhodiola and lemon balm.
—New Atlas, 14 July 2025
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“Lemon balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemon%20balm. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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