Australian Lemon Myrtle, or Backhousia citriodora, is a remarkable plant native to the rainforests of south-east Queensland, Australia. Known for its strong lemon scent, it belongs to the Myrtaceae family and is also called lemon-scented myrtle, sweet verbena tree and lemon ironwood.
Australian Lemon Myrtle
Botanical of Lemon Myrtle
The genus Backhousia comprises seven species of small to medium-sized trees found in the moist forests of Queensland. These trees are characterised by their opposite, glossy, aromatic leaves and dry fruits that split into two chambers as they ripen. Backhousia citriodora has lanceolate leaves that give off a strong lemon scent. In early summer it blooms with clusters of tiny white four-petalled flowers, adding beauty to any garden.
Lemon Myrtle has journeyed from its traditional role in Indigenous Australian culture, through the waves of European exploration, to a position of global recognition in modern wellness and culinary industries. Today, it represents a rich tapestry of Australian heritage, a beacon of endurance, and a shining example of the extraordinary potential inherent in native Australian botanical.
Our Commitment to Quality
At our farm, we take pride in sustainably cultivating lemon myrtle to ensure the highest quality and potency of its therapeutic properties. From careful harvesting to gentle processing, we maintain strict standards to bring you pure, organic lemon myrtle products.
Australian Native Lemon Myrtle Farms manage plantations of 1.2 million Lemon Myrtle trees certified 100% organic by The Organic Food Chain. We provide 100% organic certification for countries world-wide, including USDA/NOP, EU and JAS. Strict HACCP procedures are implemented during all stages of production and Extensive Analysis data is also available.
