Backhousia Citriodora "Lemon Myrtle"-EDIBLES-Seeds

‘Lemon Myrtle’  

Sprouting: 21-60 days depending on the temperature and conditions.

Harvest: As needed.  Do not remove more than 1/3 of the leaves from the plant at a time.

Chakra:  Solar Plexus.

Description:  Backhousia Citriodora (from the Myrtaceae family) mostly now called lemon myrtle (lemon ironbark is a different species.   Lemon myrtle is a popular plant in cultivation and has been successfully grown in cooler districts provided it can be protected from frost when young. In its natural habitat it can reach 20 metres in height but is often smaller. In cultivation it rarely exceeds about 5 metres.

White flowers occur in clusters at the ends of the branches in summer through to autumn. When crushed, the leaves emit a very strong aroma which would rival any member of the citrus family.  Leaves can be used fresh, dried or dried & ground. They can be used in a range of ways to create dishes, including biscuits, muffins, cheese cakes, hot and cold beverages.  Lemon myrtle essential oil is used in cosmetics, soaps, deodorants and room sprays. 

The Chakra Garden can not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. 

Always seek advice from a professional before eating or using a plant therapeutically.

*****Please note:   These are seeds and NOT live plants!! Quarantine restrictions and inspection fees prohibit the sale of these seeds to Western Australia, Tasmania, and Internationally.

Photo of seeds: - June Parkin; Location: Sydney NSW, Australia; Date: 6OCT2023

Photo of flowers: Allthingsnative, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons; retrieved 21 APR 24 and edited using Canva.