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Balm (other)
Balm may refer to: Places * Balm, Alberta, Canada * Balm, Meiringen, Bern, Switzerland *Balm bei Günsberg, Solothurn, Switzerland *Balm bei Messen, Solothurn, Switzerland *Balm, Florida, U.S. Plants * ''Melissa'' (plant), or balm, a genus of perennial herbs ** Lemon balm (''Melissa officinalis'') * Field balm * Nepeta ** Field Balm (catnip) * ''Melittis'', Bastard Balm * ''Monarda'', a genus of flowering plants, many species of which are known as bee balm * ''Elsholtzia ciliata'', or Vietnamese balm * '' Cedronella'', Canary Balm or Balm-of-Gilead Other uses *Liniment, a medicated topical preparation for application to the skin *BALM Paints, an Australian paint manufacturer taken over by Dulux See also * Balm of Gilead (other) * Balsam (other) Balsam is a group of plant products derived from various plants. Balsam may also refer to: Plants * Balsaminaceae, the balsam family * ''Impatiens'', a genus of the balsam family * ''Abies balsamea'', a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Balm, Alberta
Balm is a locality in Alberta, Canada. Balm was so named for balsam Balsam is the resinous exudate (or sap) which forms on certain kinds of trees and shrubs. Balsam (from Latin balsamum "gum of the balsam tree", ultimately from Semitic, Aramaic ''busma'', Arabic ''balsam'' and Hebrew ''basam'', "spice", "perfume ... trees near the original town site. References Localities in Lac Ste. Anne County {{CentralAlberta-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nepeta Cataria
''Nepeta cataria'', commonly known as catnip, catswort, catwort, and catmint, is a species of the genus '' Nepeta'' in the family Lamiaceae, native to southern and eastern Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and parts of China. It is widely naturalized in northern Europe, New Zealand, and North America. The common name catmint can also refer to the genus as a whole. The names ''catnip'' and ''catmint'' are derived from the intense attraction about two-thirds of cats have toward it ( alternative plants exist). In addition to its uses with cats, catnip is an ingredient in some herbal teas (or tisanes), and is valued for its sedative and relaxant properties. Description ''Nepeta cataria'' is a short-lived perennial, herbaceous plant that grows to be tall and wide, and that blooms from late spring to autumn. In appearance, ''N. cataria'' resembles a typical member of the mint family of plants, featuring brown-green foliage with the characteristic square stem of the plant ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dulux
Dulux is an internationally available brand of architectural paint originated from the United Kingdom. The brand name Dulux has been used by both Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI) and DuPont since 1931 and was one of the first alkyd-based paints. It is produced by AkzoNobel (originally produced by ICI prior to 2008) although the United States markets are now served by PPG Industries. History In the early days of its existence, decorators and their suppliers were the main customers for Dulux, with ''Say Dulux to your decorator'' used as an advertising slogan in the 1950s. By 1953, Dulux was available in the retail market and ten years later the famous Old English Sheepdog was used in advertisements, to the point where "Dulux dog" has become a common nickname for the breed. The name Dulux is derived from the words Durable and Luxury. In May 2010, Dulux launched the 'Let's Colour Project', a global marketing campaign featuring the painting of public spaces with bright colo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liniment
Liniment (from la, linere, meaning "to anoint"), also called embrocation and heat rub, is a medicated topical preparation for application to the skin. Some liniments have viscosity similar to that of water; others are lotion or balm; still others are in transdermal patches, soft solid sticks, and sprays. Liniment usually is rubbed in to the skin, which the active ingredients penetrate. Liniments are typically sold to relieve pain and stiffness, such as from muscular aches and strains, and arthritis. These are typically formulated from alcohol, acetone, or similar quickly evaporating solvents and contain counterirritant aromatic chemical compounds, such as methyl salicilate, benzoin resin, menthol, and capsaicin. They produce a feeling of warmth within the muscle of the area they are applied to, typically acting as rubefacients via a counterirritant effect. Methyl salicylate, which is the analgesic ingredient in some heat rubs, can be toxic if used to excess. Heating pad ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cedronella
''Cedronella'' is a genus of flowering plants in the tribe Mentheae of the family Lamiaceae, comprising a single species, ''Cedronella canariensis'', native to the Canary Islands, the Azores, and Madeira. It is also naturalized in various places (South Africa, St. Helena, New Zealand, California). Common names include Canary Islands-balm, Canary balm, and Balm-of-Gilead. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing to 1–1.5 m tall. The distinctive feature of these plants is the compound leaves consisting of 3 leaflets, unusual in the Lamiaceae, which usually have simple leaves. The leafy stems terminate in dense, short spikes of flowers with tubular 2-lipped white or pink flowers. The genus name is a diminutive of ''Cedrus'', though the only connection between this herb and the large conifers of ''Cedrus'' is a vaguely similar resinous scent of the foliage. Cultivation Grown outdoors in mild climates, these perennials need protection in a sunny position in the herb garden and m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elsholtzia Ciliata
''Elsholtzia ciliata'', commonly known as Vietnamese balm, xiang ru (香薷) or ''kinh giới'' in Vietnamese, is a plant native to Asia. In the US, it can go by the name Crested Late Summer Mint. In US Vietnamese grocery stores, it is called Kinh Gioi, Vietnamese Lemon Balm, or Vietnamese Lemon Mint. Distribution The plant is native to Asia. However, the exact extent of its original range is unclear. Today it is found through much of India, eastern Asia, and Europe. It grows throughout Nepal at elevations of 1500 to 3400 m. Description ''Elsholtzia ciliata'' is an erect herb that grows to about 60 cm in height. The leaves are long, stalked, and serrated, and reach 2 to 8.5 cm in length and 8 to 2.5 cm in width. In shape, they are ovate to lanceolate, with a gland-dotted underside. Flowers of a purple color bloom in flat spikes in September and October. Seeds propagate within them. Uses ''Elsholtzia ciliata'' has many cultural uses. Culinary It is us ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Monarda
''Monarda'' is a genus of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae.Harley, R. M., et al. 2004. "Labiatae". pp 167-275 In: Kubitzki, K. (editor) and J. W. Kadereit (volume editor). ''The Families and Genera of Vascular Plants'' volume VII. Springer-Verlag: Berlin; Heidelberg, Germany. The genus is endemic to North America. Common names include bergamot, bee balm, horsemint, and oswego tea, the first being inspired by the fragrance of the leaves, which is reminiscent of bergamot orange (''Citrus bergamia''). The genus was named for the Spanish botanist Nicolás Monardes, who wrote a book in 1574 describing plants of the New World. Description ''Monarda'' species include annual and perennial herbaceous plants. They grow erect to heights of . The slender, serrated, lanceolate leaves are oppositely arranged on the square stem, hairless or sparsely hairy, and about 7 to 14 centimeters long. The flowers are tubular and bilaterally symmetric, with a narrow upper lip and a wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Melittis
''Melittis melissophyllum'' is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Its common name is bastard balm. It is the only species in the monotypic genus ''Melittis''.Scheen, A. C., et al. (2008)Molecular phylogenetics of tribe Synandreae, a North American lineage of lamioid mints (Lamiaceae).''Cladistics'' 24(3) 299-314. The genus name is derived from the Greek ''melitta'', which is in turn from ''melissa'' ("a bee").Nicholson, G., et al''The Illustrated Dictionary of Gardening: Volume 4''. L. Upcott Gill. 1887. pg. 347. ;Subspecies *''Melittis melissophyllum'' subsp. ''albida'' (Guss.) P.W.Ball - eastern Mediterranean from Sardinia to Turkey *''Melittis melissophyllum'' subsp. ''carpatica'' (Klokov) P.W.Ball - eastern Europe from Austria to Baltic States *''Melittis melissophyllum'' subsp. ''melissophyllum'' - western Europe from Britain to Spain + Italy Distribution It is native to central and southern Europe from the British Isles + Portugal east to Turkey ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nepeta
''Nepeta'' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae. The genus name is reportedly in reference to Nepete, an ancient Etruscan city.Missouri Botanical Garden: ''Nepeta'' × ''faassenii'' Accessed January 10, 2013 There are about 250 species. The genus is to Europe, Asia, and Africa, and has also in North America. Some members of this group are known as |
Balm, Meiringen
Meiringen () is a municipality in the Interlaken-Oberhasli administrative district in the canton of Bern in Switzerland. Besides the village of Meiringen, the municipality includes the settlements of Balm, Brünigen, Eisenbolgen, Hausen, Prasti, Sand, Stein, Unterbach, Unterheidon, Wylerli and Zaun. Meiringen is famous for the nearby Reichenbach Falls, a waterfall that was the setting for the final showdown between Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's fictional detective Sherlock Holmes and his nemesis Professor Moriarty. The village is also known for its claim to have been the place where meringue was first created. The municipal coat of arms shows a black eagle in a yellow field. (" Or an Eagle displayed Sable crowned, beaked, langued and membered of the first.") Formerly the coat of arms of the entire Oberhasli ''Talschaft'', this design continues the imperial coat of arms. Geography Meiringen is located in the eastern Bernese Oberland region, in the Haslital on the upper reaches ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Glechoma Hederacea
''Glechoma hederacea'' is an aromatic, perennial, evergreen creeper of the mint family Lamiaceae. It is commonly known as ground-ivy, gill-over-the-ground, creeping charlie, alehoof, tunhoof, catsfoot, field balm, and run-away-robin. It is also sometimes known as creeping jenny, but that name more commonly refers to '' Lysimachia nummularia''. It is used as a salad green in many countries. European settlers carried it around the world, and it has become a well-established introduced and naturalized plant in a wide variety of localities. It is also considered an aggressive invasive weed of woodlands and lawns in some parts of North America. In the absence of any biological control, research conducted by the USDA herbicides are relied upon (despite their drawbacks) particularly for woodland ecosystems. The plant's extensive root system makes it difficult to eradicate by hand-pulling. Description ''Glechoma hederacea'' can be identified by its round to reniform (kidney or f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm (''Melissa officinalis'') is a perennial herbaceous plant in the mint family and native to south-central Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, Iran, and Central Asia, but now naturalised elsewhere. It grows to a maximum height of . The leaves have a mild lemon scent. During summer, small white flowers full of nectar appear. It is not to be confused with bee balm (genus '' Monarda''), although the white flowers attract bees, hence the genus '' Melissa'' (Greek for "honey bee"). The leaves are used as a herb, in teas and also as a flavouring. The plant is used to attract bees for honey production. It is grown as an ornamental plant and for its oil (to use in perfumery). Lemon balm has been cultivated at least since the 16th century. Description Lemon balm (''Melissa officinalis'') is a perennial herbaceous plant in the mint family Lamiaceae, and native to south-central Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, Iran, and Central Asia, but now naturalized in the Americas and e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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