The BEE BALM , the red blossom floral oil painting by M Baldwin. Bee Balm was used as a medicinal plant extensively by Native Americans. The red variety is commonly known as Oswego Tea. It was used by colonists in place of English Tea after the Boston Tea Party. "Medicinal" tea: To 1 tsp. dried herb, add 1 cup boiling water, steep 10 min. sweeten to taste, take at bedtime. To Purchase Now $100