Is Lippia alba safe to consume?
Species of the genus Lippia have been classified as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)21. A survey of the available literature shows that these species are used mostly for the treatment of gastrointestinal and respiratory disorders and as seasoning. Additionally, some of these Lippia species showed antimalarial, spasmolitic, sedative, hypotensive and, anti-inflammatory activities.
Is Lippia alba a mint?
PLANT OF THE WEEK: Bushy mint (Lippia alba) is a little known plant in the verbena family. Little known to us, anyway. In its native land it’s used to treat a variety of ailments. We just know its leaves make a delicious tea (one of our members adds a leaf or two of tilo and Aztec sweet herb). Lippia alba (Mill. N. E. Brown (Verbenaceae) is a very common herb in Brazil and popularly known as ‘cidreira’. The tea from its leaves is largely used as a tranquilizer and also in gastrointestinal problems.Lippia alba (Verbenaceae) possesses anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anesthetic, sedative, myorelaxant, analgesic, antipyretic, antiviral, cytostatic (inhibits cell growth and/or multiplication, being useful against neoplasms), and anticonvulsant properties (Pascual et al.
What smell do mosquitoes absolutely hate?
CITRONELLA This is likely the first thing that comes to mind when you think about mosquito repelling scents. Citronella oil, which comes from the lemongrass plant, is commonly used in commercial bug sprays and candles. Try tucking lightly bruised leaves (still attached to stems) into pockets or bouquets on your porch or patio to confuse and repel mosquitoes. You can also use any mint, including Pineapple, spearmint, lemon mint or peppermint. Mints spread aggressively in the garden.Citronella Grass (Lemon Grass) In fact, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden recommends lemon-scented plants such as citronella grass to keep mosquitoes at bay. And the good news is that the living plant is the most effective at repelling pests.Using scented body products, such as lavender lotion or peppermint body wash, can also help to keep mosquitoes away. The scent of these products will mask the scent that draws in mosquitoes. Try showering with the French Lavender body wash-infused buffer.