The lemon myrtle occurs naturally throughout coastal Qld rainforests. It is a spectacular ornamental tree due to both its appearance and the superb fragrance of its flowers and leaves. The leaves and flowers are used in sweet and savoury dishes or as a refreshing tea. However as boiling or baking often reduces the flavour, the leaves are best added to the recipe at the end off the cooking process and either left to steam with the lid on or made into a sauce or dressing. It is usually the older and fully hardened-off leaves that are harvested for use. Enthusiasts describe the distilled oil from this tree as 'more lemon than lemon' and its used extensively to scent confectionery, perfumes, aromatherapy oil and food flavourings.
140mm | $12.90 AU | In Production | 
| Height | Frost tol. | Pollination req'd | Evergreen/Deciduous | Harvest period |
| 3-6 | Medium | No | Evergreen | most of year |
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I now always use fresh lemon myrtle instead of dried bay leaves in savoury dishes - and feel very patriotic. | Jacki Hinchey - Mt Mee, QLD 05-Aug-2008
One mature leaf plus good sprig of parsely into a small teapot or mug, makes a good quick cuppa the healthiest type | Sue - Banyo, QLD 28-Aug-2009
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