Aromatic oily resin from certain trees and shrubs used in medicine.
A common name for the herb Melissa officinalis.
An old variation of the word “balsam”.
Balm, a herb that belongs to the mint family, emits a lemon-like scent due to its aroma. It has dark green, circular leaves, and light yellow flowers in clusters. It is originally from Switzerland and southern France, but it can thrive in any mild environment. Balm is employed in any recipe that calls for a lemon flavor. However, it is notable that the terms fragrant balm, bee balm, and red balm pertain not to balm itself, but rather to red bergamot or Oswego tea.
Balm, an aromatic herb possessing leaves that exude a fragrance and flavor reminiscent of lemon, is often utilized as an ingredient in punches, fruit beverages, and other similar concoctions. It may also be incorporated into various dishes such as stuffings, soups, sauces, meats, and salads. The leaves can be dried for future use.
A soothing or healing medication that is administered topically onto the skin is referred to as a topical ointment.