In infusion, in our small dishes or in our cosmetics, verbena accompanies us everywhere. Like many aromatic plants, it is full of benefits. Overview of its many properties.
We usually speak of verbena in the singular. However, there are several varieties which each have specific properties. The most famous are the officinal verbena and the fragrant verbena. Two types of verbena that fully deserve their fame because they heal and relax us.
Officinal verbena
Originally from Europe, officinal verbena is renowned for its many medicinal properties.
- It facilitates digestion
- Fights fever thanks to its antipyretic properties
- Relieves spasms
- Treats canker sores
- Effective against insect bites, bruises, chapped skin and crevices
- Its anti-inflammatory properties relieve rheumatism
- In the kitchen: It is tasted mainly as an infusion.
The fragrant verbena
Imported from South America, fragrant verbena is also called lemon verbena, a name that comes from its lemony scent. Besides its bewitching aroma, it has many properties.
- It acts on nervousness, anxiety and stress
- Soothes nervous tension
- Treats gastrointestinal disorders
- Relieves kidney and liver disease
- Its sedative effect helps to fall asleep
- It has a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent cell aging.
- In the kitchen: Its leaves give off a sweet lemony scent that goes perfectly
- with poultry, fish, ice cream and cakes. In infusion, it helps relieve
- stomach aches due to menstruation provided it is drunk hot.
Contraindications
Verbena is contraindicated for pregnant or breastfeeding women. This plant contains components that can cause complications especially in people with urinary diseases. It is not recommended to consume it if you have kidney failure, cystitis or nephritis.
