Lemon Myrtle is found in the Australian rainforest, the aroma of this herb conjures up images of lush green forests and cool mountain glades. With a hint of citrus Lemon Myrtle complements many meals. It is the true essence of Australia. Lemon Myrtle is used just as often for craft projects such as candle and soap making as it is by foodies. Buy some for cooking, for herbal teas or to use in your favourite soap recipe. Lemon myrtle is a medium size native tree (3-20m) found in the Australian rainforest. Discovered by Baron Von Mueller in 1853. In the early 1990s it emerged as a promising culinary herb, the aroma of this herb conjures up images of lush green forests and cool mountain glades. It is the true essence of Australia. Lemon myrtle is used just as often for craft projects such as candle and soap making as it is by foodies. Buy some for cooking, for herbal teas or to use in your favourite soap recipe.