Melissa Officinalis (Noun)
Meaning
Bushy perennial Old World mint having small white or yellowish flowers and fragrant lemon-flavored leaves; a garden escapee in northern Europe and North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Melissa officinalis, also known as lemon balm, is a member of the mint family and has been used for centuries in herbal medicine.
- In the garden, the fragrance of melissa officinalis is often used to complement flowers such as roses and lavender.
- Melissa officinalis is a bushy perennial that can grow quite large if not regularly pruned back.
- Bees and butterflies are attracted to the small white or yellowish flowers of melissa officinalis.
- The leaves of melissa officinalis can be used in cooking, giving a lemon flavor to salads, soups, and teas.