Common Name: Bergamot
Botanical Name: Monarda didyma . Family:
Culinary Uses of Bergamot
An aromatic perennial with a scent similar to that of the bergamot orange which is used to flavor earl grey tea. Tea made with Bergamot is known as Oswego tea
Growing Bergamot
Propagate in spring from seed or by dividing the roots. Plant in light garden soil in a sunny position with shade at some time during the day. The plant grows to about 1m.
Medicinal Uses of Bergamot
Important! Do not use of herbs for medicinal purposes without consulting your medical doctor. Herbs have medicinal qualities and can react with other medication.
A strong infusion (tea) can be used as a hair wash and as an astringent.
In weaker form drunk as a tea it tones and stimulates the digestive organs.
Also used to treat fevers, headaches, colds and sore throats.
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