Publicada por jose maria alves as sextafeira, julho 24, 2009. Lemon balm is used for the treatment of flatulence, genital herpes, anxiety, and insomnia. Family of lamiaceae growing in algeria, was investigated for its chemical composition and in vitro antimicrobial activity. Materia medica o melissa officinalis, mentha piperita, pimpinella anisum, trigonella foenum. Slightly lemon smell and taste, sweet, sour, aromatic. Apr 19, 2014 for digestive problems combines with althea officinalis and geranium maculatum. All searches are case insensitive and accent insensitive. Lemon balm melissa officinalis herbal materia medica 2 folio. Gerard said that the herb comforteth the hart and driveth away all sadnesse. The most important part of herbalism is the plants themselves. Herbal materia medica fifth edition by michael moore outlines of over 500 major botanical medicines, with the preferred forms and methods of their preparations, strengths, solutions, the most common adult dosages environmental status, and potential dangers southwest school of botanical medicine po box 4565 bisbee, az 85603. Modulation of mood and cognitive performance following.
A useful antiseptic lotion can be produced when combined with hydrastis canadensis and commiphora myrrh. Melissa officinalis an overview sciencedirect topics. Calendula macers 12thcentury herbal recommends simply looking at the calendula plant will improve eyesight, clear the head and encourage cheerfulness. Os caules, ramificados a partir da base, formam touceiras. Jun 28, 20 melissa comes from the greek word for honey bee, and lemon balm has the same healing and tonic properties as honey. This result is in agreement with the great diameters of inhibition obtained for all the target microorganisms. Composition of etheric oil of melissa officinalis l. Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of the. The chemical profile of essential oil was evaluated by the means of gas chromatography. The nervine materia medica represents one of the most important categories of herbal medicines for the. Calendula calendula officinalis uses for topical use as a wash by using diluted extract or an infusion to disinfect, cleanse, soothe, oxygenate, prevent infection and heal wounds of all kinds, including serious wounds to the bone.
Chemical composition of the essential oil from melissa. A manual of organic materia medica and pharmacognosy. Melissa originates from southern europe but can now be found throughout much of the european. Skullcap scutellaria lateriflora in the lamiaceae or mint family part used. The botanical materia medica of the iatrosophikona. Southcentral europe, north africa, the mediterranean region, and central asiaiii qualities. Build your own materia medica with free pdf print out. It is, literally, the medicinal materials herbal allies ready to assist in times of need. Although reading materia medica is a good way to deepen your knowledge, learning is also about being handson. Feb 18, 2015 latin binomial melissa officinalis common name lemon balm, sweet balm family lamiaceae 6 parts used herb and essential oil 6 qualities bitter, cooling 4, aromatic 1, soothing 9 active constituents citral, citronellol, eugenol, geraniol 7 polyphenols, flavonoids, triterpenoids 5 monoterpenoids, sesquiterpenoids, phenolic acids 10 kaempherol diglucosides, rosmarinic. That distinction highlights the fact that the form of the plant, whether as an essential oil or its natural state, affects the potency. Melissa officinalis hierbas medicinales y hongos plantas. The present study describes antimicrobial and free radical scavenging capacity rsc together with the effects on lipid peroxidation lp of melissa officinalis essential oil.
Lemon balm melissa officinalis herbal materia medica 2. Lemon balm melissa officinalis, balm, common balm, or balm mint, is a perennial herbaceous. Bacopa, brahmi, water hyssop, indian pennyworti botanical name. Melissa originates from southern europe but can now be found throughout much of the european continent, as well as many other areas around the world. Catarrhal affections of mucous membranes especially of eyes and nose. Melissa originates from southern europe but can now be found throughout much of the european continent, as well as many other areas around the. Title page preface to the fourth edition preface to the first edition part i. Lemon balm melissa officinalis in the lamiaceae or mint family part used. Its name originates to the greek words for bee melissa and honey meli. Pheasants eye a heart medicine after rheumatism or influenza or brights disease where the muscles of the heart are in stage of fatty degeneration regulating the. The chemical composition was determined by hydrodistillation and analyzed by gcms and gcfid. Lamiaceae, commonly known as lemon balm, is an important plant of herbal materia medica. Last years post was on the essential oil, whereas this is on the plant itself. Melissa officinalis is commonly known as lemon balm because of its citrus scent of lemons.
This program includes videos about each plant as well as pdf handouts, introducing you to each plant as if they. The essential oil obtained from leaves of melissa officinalis l. Key key1 or key2 key1 and key2 key1 not key2 ke phrase searching. Lemon balm, melissa, balm, bee balm, sweet balm, honey plant, english balm. Skullcap is indicated when there is nervous fear, restless sleep, cardiac. Some kitchen cupboard underground readers might ask, hey, didnt we just cover this last year. Latin binomial melissa officinalis common name lemon balm, sweet balm family lamiaceae 6 parts used herb and essential oil 6 qualities bitter, cooling 4, aromatic 1, soothing 9 active constituents citral, citronellol, eugenol, geraniol 7 polyphenols, flavonoids, triterpenoids 5 monoterpenoids, sesquiterpenoids, phenolic acids 10 kaempherol diglucosides, rosmarinic. The ancients praised melissa as an herb of jupiter that gladdens the heart, the prosaic of antiquity it. Herbal materia medica skullcap scutellaria lateriflora. Request pdf neuropharmacology of melissa officinalis l. Lemon balm, melissa, balm, bee balm, sweet balm, honey plant, english balm descriptiontaxonomy. Attenuation of laboratoryinduced stress in humans after acute administration of melissa officinalis lemon balm pdf. Euphrasia officinalis homoeopathic materia medica by.
Presented by medit euphrasia officinalis eyebright eyebright manifests itself in inflaming the conjunctival membrane especially, producing profuse lachrymation. Here at the herbal academy, building a personal materia medica is one of the major projects our intermediate students undertake, and its a useful learning tool that all herbalists can benefit from beginners straight through advanced. Lemon balm, also known as melissa because of its botanical name melissa officinalis, is an essential herb for calming the nervesin particular, those involved with digestion. This article needs more medical references for verification or relies too heavily on primary sources. Create your own materia medica with this easy to use pdf print out.
Melissa was also a favourite in medieval elixirs of youth. Many people suffer from various sensitivities in the gut, with complicated and confusing misdiagnoses involved. A beloved medicinal herb and a delicious food that has been enjoyed for thousands of years, lemon balm has a wide array of timetested applications. Further triterpenes from melissa officinalis l authors transl.
Herbal materia medica lemon balm melissa officinalis. Lemon balm is a flowering herb that is native to europe, asia, and africa although it is now grown all over the world. Materia medica melissa officinalis botanicaltherapy. Jul 17, 2014 melissa officinalis essential oil contains appreciable amounts of oxygenated compounds monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes table 1 tab. Last years post was on the essential oil, whereas this is. Bula do melissa officinalis d1, extraida manualmente da bula em pdf da anvisa. We all organize ours differently but i find two primary parts are key. Delightfully fragrant lemon balm melissa officinalis is a wonderful herb for the entire family. Melissa officinalis lemon balm has a documented medicinal history extending back to the materia medica in approximately 5080 bc. The essential oil of lemon balm melissa officinalis l. Mol is an edible perennial herb of the lamiaceae family.
Melissa officinalis lemon balm is a cultivated perennial lemon scented herb. Feb 22, 20 calendula macers 12thcentury herbal recommends simply looking at the calendula plant will improve eyesight, clear the head and encourage cheerfulness. Media in category melissa officinalisthe following 6 files are in this category, out of 6 total. Rsc was assessed measuring the scavenging activity of essential oil. Sixtythree compounds were identified in the essential oil, representing 94. The name, brahmi, comes from brahma, the vedic god of creation. Side effects of lemon balm include skin irritation, sedation, and hypersensitivity reactions. Lemon balm sweet balm is an herbal supplement made from the plant extract of melissa officinalis. An internal secretion of suprarenal glands adrenalin or epinephrin the active principle of the medulla of the suprarenal gland cortical secretion not as yet iso. Internal remedies, external remedies, agents which act upon organisms which infest the human body therapeutical agents defined. Preface natures materia medica preface to the third edition natures materia medica is the third edition of the homeopathic remedy guide which was first published in august of 1995. Antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of melissa.
Records concerning its use date back over 2000 years with entries in the historia plantarum approximately 300 bc and the materia medica approximately 5080 bc. Online materia medica international academy of classical. Pdf the essential oil of lemon balm melissa officinalis. Printable pdf materials if you like to follow the videos along on paper, or keep them handy for a quick reference. The next entry in our materia medica series is melissa officinalis. Read more about the herbal supplement melissa officinalis. Lemon balm is a commonly grown household remedy with a long tradition as a tonic remedy that raises the spirits and lifts the heart. Melissa comes from the greek word for honey bee, and lemon balm has the same healing and tonic properties as honey. Materia medica is the way herbalists refer to their dictionary or tool box of plants. Lemon balm melissa officinalis licorice glycyrrhiza glabra ligustrum ligustrum lucidum lily of the valley convallaria majalis linden flower lobelia lobelia inflata lomatium lomatium dissectum lungwort sticta pulmonaria ma huang ephedra sinica marshmallow althea officinalis meadowsweet filipendula ulmaria. Melissa officinalis is a member of the lamiaceae family, also known as the mint family. A study of drugs classification table of therapeutical agents.
Robin murphy natures materia medica homeopathy books. Its name originates to the greek words for bee melissa. Modern research has shown that it can help significantly in the treatment of cold sores. Melissa officinalis lemon balm is a perennial herb from the lamiaceae family that. Lemon balm balm and bees have been linked since ancient times. In indian mythology, brahma created the whole universe with his thoughts while. The values of minimal inhibitory concentrations mics are very low. The third editon of the natures materia medica was designed to be a complete rewrite and major upgrade of the homeopathic remedy guide, second edition. Department of agriculture agricultural research service. There are worldwide records of its medicinal and culinary use 2, 3, 4 that date back to dioscorides father of pharmacology times 4090 a. Today, it is used in different branches of industry such as.
Lemon balm oil has also been found to reduce bacteria and viruses. Its leaves are highly aromatic and release a lemon fragrance when crushed. Modulation of mood and cognitive performance following acute. Lemon balm audio lemon balm materia medica text entry. It gained widespread usage throughout europe by the. May 15, 2003 melissa officinalis lemon balm has a documented medicinal history extending back to the materia medica in approximately 5080 bc. Melissa officinalis in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. Pdf the essential oil of lemon balm melissa officinalis l. Apr, 2017 healing lemon balm lemon balm, also known as melissa because of its botanical name melissa officinalis, is an essential herb for calming the nervesin particular, those involved with digestion. Following its introduction into spain in the seventh century, its use. A materia medica binder is where an herbalist keeps all the notes heshe acquires over the years. Originating in the middle east and north africa, lemon balm moved very early northwest to.