Description
Botanical Name: Monarda fistulosa L. var. menthaefolial
Israel
Fam. Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Cultivation: Organic Wild -Grown in Israel
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled and bottled in Israel
Made from: Flowers Tops *(where the bergamot aroma comes from)*
Aromatic Note: Middle
Aroma Description: Strong citrus, fresh, herbaceous, slightly sweet, and floral.
Blends well with: Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Geranium, Orange Sweet, Orange Joppa, Grapefruit white, Petitgrain Mandarin, Sandalwood, Tangerine, Blue Tansy, and Chamomile
Aromatherapy use: analgesic, anti-anxiety, antibacterial, anti-convulsant, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, mucolytic, and sedative
Monarda has common names of bee balm, horsemint, oswego tea, and wild bergamot because of the citrus smell similar to bergamot (Citrus bergamia) in the fresh flowering tops. Some distillers use only flowers to produce the most aromatic premium quality essential oil while other distillers include flowers and leaves. Our Bee Balm- Monarda essential oil is from flowers only!
See listing: Monarda Fistulosa for whole plant distillation here:Monarda (Bee Balm) 5ml Essential Oil- WHOLE PLANT Distillation Species Monarda fistulosa ISRAEL
When having problems falling asleep we find Bee Balm -Monarda blends well with Lavender High Altitude essential oils. This two blend exceptionally well for a relaxing bedtime blend in the diffuser. Also, consider our Bee Balm into alcohol-free witch hazel and use as a linen spray either alone or mixed with our Lavender to slip into a good night’s sleep.
