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Basil Balm (Noun)

Perennial herb of North America (New York to Illinois and mountains of Alaska) having aromatic leaves and clusters of yellowish-pink balls.

Nouns denoting plants.

Balm of Gilead or Basil balm also known as Monarda fistulosa can be found growing wild in meadows of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Her garden path included Basil balm whose fragrant scent repelled pests from her vegetables nearby.
Varieties of perennial flowers such as Bee Balm and Basil balm were planted along a curved bed bordering their backyard patio.
To attract Monarch butterflies consider planting a low-maintenance group of flowers like Butterfly Weed or Basil balm.
From Bee Balm to Basil balm we have so many varieties of herbs and flowers in our botanical garden that attract various species of birds and insects.

Fragrant European mint having clusters of small violet-and-white flowers; naturalized especially in eastern North America.

Nouns denoting plants.

Basil balm tea was used by herbalists to calm restless nerves and improve sleep quality.
The garden was filled with the sweet fragrance of basil balm as the sun began to set.
In medieval times, basil balm was given to travelers to ward off bad spirits and evil forces.
The tea infuser was filled with dried basil balm leaves to create a soothing hot beverage.
Basil balm flowers were arranged in intricate patterns and used to decorate weddings and other celebrations.