Aloysia citrodora
Lemon Verbena
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Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Description
Aloysia citrodora is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family Verbenaceae, native to western South America. Common names include lemon verbena and lemon beebrush. It was brought to Europe by the Spanish in the 17th century and cultivated for its oil.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Blooming
Blooms salverform flowers in panicles or racemes.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Growth
Deciduous or evegreen shrubs. Lemon Verbenas will grow to be about 6 ft. and do well in full sun. A. triphylla has foliage with a strong lemon scent. The foliage has culinary uses and works well in potpourri. Plants in less hardy areas should be grown in a cool greenhouse. In frost-free areas, grow Aloysia in a sunny border.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Planting
Propagate from softwood or greenwood cuttings in summer.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Pest
Prone to whiteflies. Also prone to root rot, but rarely occurs.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Interesting facts
The leaves have the smell of lemons especially when they are crushed. The leaves can be used as a spice or dried and then brewed for a tea. Aloysia is native to North and South America and occurs mainly in dry, rocky soils.
Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora) - Soil and irrigation
Lemon Verbena requires regular irrigation. Does best in medium rich, dry soil with good drainage.
