Lemon Balm (AKA: mint balm or common balm) is a perennial in the mint family. It's popular for attracting bees and other pollinators. Commonly used as a culinary herb and tea herb, with some medicinal uses. Lemon Balm Seeds. Lemon balm is part of the mint family. Lemon Balm has many medicinal uses including being used in creams and lotions to treat cold sores. Lemon Balm is a perennial and grows into a small leafy bush.