Verbena dried herb for aromatherapy for colds

Verbena - dried herb for aromatherapy, 20 g in a hermetic package

The packaging is as important as the content. Twenty grams of dried common verbena, scientifically known as Verbena officinalis, is hermetically packed by the supplier and includes a humidity regulator, which is a sachet that maintains a constant humidity level inside the package instead of allowing the herb to dry out or absorb moisture from the air. The packaging itself is light-proof, which is significant because radiation breaks down the pigments and aromatic compounds of the plants. Common verbena is a plant with a distinctly herbal, slightly bitter profile, without the citrus note found in its relative, lemon verbena, and this distinction is worth keeping in mind when purchasing. The recommended temperature range provided by the supplier is 135-160°C, which is narrower than for many other herbs. Before use, the supplier recommends grinding the herb in a grinder, as whole herbs heat unevenly: air flows around the material instead of through it. Ground herb releases its aroma faster and more fully, but it also loses it more quickly, so it is advisable to grind it as needed.

Ingredients

The list is single-item:

• Common verbena herb (Verbena officinalis), 100% of the composition

Two things distinguish this packaging from a regular sachet, and both stem from the same problem. Plant material reacts to the environment in two ways: in dry air, it crumbles and turns to dust, while in humid air, it absorbs moisture and loses its aroma, in extreme cases becoming moldy. The humidity regulator maintains a constant level in the package, so the herb retains its elasticity longer than in a regular bag. The light protection solves the second problem, which is the breakdown of aromatic compounds under radiation. The third issue concerns temperature: the range of 135-160°C is clearly narrower than for plantain or nopal, so there is less room for experimentation, and the difference between the lower and upper limits is subtler. The humidity regulator works only in a closed package, so leaving it open negates the entire purpose of such a solution. The light protection, on the other hand, protects the aromatic compounds, which break down faster under radiation.

Specification

• Form: single-ingredient dried herb
• Weight: 20 g
• Composition: 100% common verbena herb
• Latin name: Verbena officinalis
• Recommended temperature range: 135-160°C
• Packaging: hermetic, light-proof
• Humidity regulator: included in the package
• Age: for adults only

How to use

The supplier describes two steps, grinding and setting the temperature, while the rest of the instructions are dictated by the packaging itself.

• Grind the herb before use, preferably in a grinder
• Set the temperature in the range of 135°C to 160°C
• Do not remove the humidity regulator from the package
• Seal the package immediately after taking a portion
• Store it in a dry and shaded place

The humidity regulator works only in a closed package, so leaving it open negates the entire purpose of such a solution.

For whom

Verbena is for someone who wants an herbal, slightly bitter profile without floral or citrus notes. This is a distinctly more robust set than lavender or chamomile, making it a good counterpoint in a self-composed blend. The second group is those for whom packaging matters: hermetic, light-proof, and with a humidity regulator inside, which is a solution that has real significance for the durability of the aroma with 20 g of herb and single portions. However, it is worth remembering one distinction: common verbena is not the same as lemon verbena, which has a completely different, citrus profile. The product is intended for adults only. If you are taking medication, pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before purchasing. The recommended temperature range provided by the supplier is 135-160°C, which is narrower than for many other herbs, so there is less room for experimentation than with other dried herbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is in this package?

Only common verbena herb, scientifically known as Verbena officinalis, in the amount of 20 g. The supplier lists the composition as 100% dried herb from this one plant. A humidity regulator is included in the package, which is a sachet that maintains a constant moisture level inside throughout the storage period.

Why is there a humidity regulator in the package?

Because plant material reacts to the environment in two ways: in dry air, it crumbles, and in humid air, it absorbs moisture and loses its aroma. The regulator maintains a constant level, so the material retains its elasticity longer. However, it works only in a closed package, so it must be sealed immediately after taking a portion.

What temperature did the supplier recommend?

The range from 135°C to 160°C, which is narrower than for many other herbs. This means less room for experimentation and a subtler difference between the lower and upper limits. Before use, the supplier recommends grinding the herb in a grinder, as whole herbs heat unevenly.

How does common verbena differ from lemon verbena?

These are two different plants with completely different profiles. Common verbena, which is in this package, is distinctly herbal and slightly bitter, without a citrus note. Lemon verbena, on the other hand, has a distinctly lemon profile and can be confused with it when purchasing, especially when the store only provides the common name.

Variants and category

We also offer other single-ingredient dried herbs and ready-made multi-herb compositions in the same form. All are collected in the herbs category.

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Safety and storage

The product is a plant dried herb intended for aromatherapy and is not a food product. It is addressed exclusively to adults. If you are taking medication, pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult a doctor beforehand, and if you have a known allergy to plants from this family, skip the purchase. Seal the sachet after each opening and store it in a dry, shaded, and cool place, out of reach of children and pets. The herb absorbs moisture from the air, so an open package kept loose loses its aroma within a few weeks.

The product is not a food product and does not replace a varied diet.

Do you have a question about the composition or storage? Write or call, at u Bucha we advise before purchase.