DESCRIPTION

Lemon verbena is a shrub that is native to South America; it was brought to
Europe by Spanish explorers and is now grown widely in France, as well as in
England. It is related to verbena, Verbena officinalis (also called vervain or, in
France, verveine), but the two should not be confused. Lemon verbena can grow
to as tall as 15 feet. Its pale green leaves are about ½ inch long, narrow, pointed,
and wonderfully aromatic. They have an intense lemon fragrance and taste,
without the citrus acidity. The dried leaves retain their scent and flavor well.