Melissa Officinalis Flowers. For best results grow melissa officinalis in moist well drained soil in full sun or partial shade. The name melissa is derived from the greek word μέλισσα mélissa meaning honeybee owing to the abundance of nectar in the flowers owing to the abundance of nectar in the flowers.
Report of this species by haines and vining 1999 was based on an incorrectly identified specimen. Aromatic spikes of small white flowers loved by bees arise above lemon scented foliage. Roadsides field edges gardens waste areas.
This pretty mint relative is also called lemon balm.
Roadsides field edges gardens waste areas. This pretty mint relative is also called lemon balm. Roadsides field edges gardens waste areas. Eastern midwestern and pacific northwest states.
