Aloysia triphylla, or Lemon Verbena, is a woody shrub.

It is known mainly for its outstanding lemon scented foliage which is used extensively in cooking and in drinks.

In summer and autumn it produces racemes of dainty mauve flowers, though it is grown as much for its lemon scented foliage as for its flowers.

Lemon Verbena is evergreen in warmer winter locations but will drop its leaves in colder locations.

Frost tender

Full sun to part shade

Evergreen in warmer climates. Perennial in cooler climates.