Bergamot Herb (C/S) (MENTHA CITRATA)

Description:
Bergamot is a perennial herb belonging to the Labiateae (Lamiaceae) family. The Bergamot plant bears scarlet flowers and when its leaves are crushed, exudes an exotic fragrance strongly reminiscent of bergamot oranges. It is an aromatic herb that can be used in potpourri or to make a honey-sweetened drink.

Origin:
United States

Other Names:
Bergamot Mint, Eau de Cologne Mint, Horsemint, Lemon Mint, Lime Mint, Orange Mint, Pineapple Mint, Su Nanesi, Water Capitate Mint, Water Mint, Watermunt, Wild Water Mint, Yerba Buena

Part Used:
Whole herb

Culinary Uses:
Bergamot Herb is used to make a tasteful and medicinal tea similar to lemonade.
To make a tea, steep 1 teaspoon of dried Bergamot herb in 1 cup of boiling water for 3 - 5 minutes.

Medicinal Uses:
Bergamot alleviates stress, tension, stomach aches, nausea, parasites and other digestive disorders. It is also used for fevers and headaches.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Money and success, prosperity, and protection.
Planet Rulership: Mercury
Element Rulership: Air
Gender: Masculine
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