lemon balm
noun
: a bushy perennial European mint (Melissa officinalis) often cultivated for its lemon-scented leaves
also
: its leaves
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Herbs: Anise, basil, bay laurel, cardamom, chives, coriander, dill, lemon balm, oregano, rosemary, sage, savory, sweet marjoram, mint, tarragon and thyme.
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Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
The gin presents floral and peppery aromas, featuring notes of wildflowers, juniper berries, lemon balm, and sage.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
The formula is powered by the digestive enzyme bromelain and paired with five herbs (ginger root, lemon balm, dandelion root, peppermint, and slippery elm) designed to improve digestion, prevent gas, and alleviate discomfort in just an hour.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 May 2025
Herbs include chives, cilantro, lavender, lemon balm, parsley, sage and thyme, among others.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
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Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Apr. 2025
The gin presents floral and peppery aromas, featuring notes of wildflowers, juniper berries, lemon balm, and sage.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
The formula is powered by the digestive enzyme bromelain and paired with five herbs (ginger root, lemon balm, dandelion root, peppermint, and slippery elm) designed to improve digestion, prevent gas, and alleviate discomfort in just an hour.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 May 2025
Herbs include chives, cilantro, lavender, lemon balm, parsley, sage and thyme, among others.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
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“Lemon balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemon%20balm. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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