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Melissa altissima
Tall subspecies of lemon balm from the Mediterranean, similar properties to common lemon balm but larger.
Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima, a robust subspecies of lemon balm, is traditionally used as a mild sedative and digestive aid. Modern research indicates potential anxiolytic, sleep-promoting, and antiviral properties, attributed to compounds such as rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, citral, and linalool. However, clinical evidence remains limited (Grade C), and caution is advised due to possible thyroid suppression and contraindications in hypothyroidism and pregnancy.
The anxiolytic and sedative effects are primarily mediated by modulation of GABA-A receptors, with rosmarinic acid and flavonoids like apigenin acting as partial agonists. Linalool and citral may enhance GABAergic transmission and reduce excitatory neurotransmission. Additionally, rosmarinic acid exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, while apigenin and luteolin contribute to antiviral effects by inhibiting viral replication. The herb may also suppress thyroid function by inhibiting thyroid peroxidase, leading to reduced thyroid hormone synthesis.
Tall subspecies of lemon balm from the Mediterranean, similar properties to common lemon balm but larger.
Melissa officinalis subsp. altissima, a robust subspecies of lemon balm, is traditionally used as a mild sedative and digestive aid. Modern research indicates potential anxiolytic, sleep-promoting, and antiviral properties, attributed to compounds such as rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, citral, and linalool. However, clinical evidence remains limited (Grade C), and caution is advised due to possible thyroid suppression and contraindications in hypothyroidism and pregnancy.
The anxiolytic and sedative effects are primarily mediated by modulation of GABA-A receptors, with rosmarinic acid and flavonoids like apigenin acting as partial agonists. Linalool and citral may enhance GABAergic transmission and reduce excitatory neurotransmission. Additionally, rosmarinic acid exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, while apigenin and luteolin contribute to antiviral effects by inhibiting viral replication. The herb may also suppress thyroid function by inhibiting thyroid peroxidase, leading to reduced thyroid hormone synthesis.