Cedrón: Everything you should know about this plant with intense aroma

One of the most used plants both in the kitchen and in medicine is Cedronalso known as verbena, which is characterized by its intense aroma similar to the lemon.

Originally from Argentina, Chile and Perucedron leaves are used to Prepare youwhich helps treat digestive and nervous problems, so it is considered a medicinal plant.

We share everything you should know about cedron and its uses!

Cedron is a plant originally from Argentina, Chile and Peru, widely used in kitchen and medicine thanks to its properties.Annick Vanderschelden / Getty Images

Cedrón, a Latin American plant

He Aloysia Triphylla either cedron, it's a Woody shrub with bright green leafy leaves, characteristic by its intense aroma with citrus notes similar to those of lemon, whose flowering occurs in summer, with small white flowers, roses or violets.

Although this plant is native to the mountainous region of Argentina, Chile and Peruthis is found throughout America, in Europe and Africa, and is also known as María Luisa, Verbena de las Indias or Yerbaluisa.

What are the properties and uses of Cedrón?

CEDRON HAS PROPERTIES antiseptic, anti -inflammatory and sedativesso it is used in medicine to treat digestive disorderssuch as diarrhea, cramps, indigestion, nausea, vomiting and flatulence; as well as nervous system disorders, as insomnia and anxiety.

On the other hand, the cedron is used in the kitchen to season Drinks, salads, soups and meat -based plates, in addition to cookies and dessertsthanks to its intense citric aroma.

Also, this is used in the perfumery and cosmeticssince its essence is frequently used as a taste and smell corrector.

How can you take the cedron?

The most common form of consuming cedrón is in te, which helps: