Lemongrass
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📝 Last reviewed: August 2026
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Lemongrass grows in tall fragrant clumps, its stalks tasting of lemon and ginger. It perfumes Thai soups and brews into a calming golden tea.
🔬 Plant facts
| Scientific name | Cymbopogon citratus |
|---|---|
| Type | Aromatic grass |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Height | 60–150 cm |
| Flower | Tall grass plumes |
| Uses | Tea, Thai cooking, oil |
| Growth | Fast-growing clump |
| Best season | Warm season |
💊 Lemongrass in the medicine industry
Lemongrass tea is a traditional remedy for fever, colds and digestion; citral, its fragrant compound, is used in insect repellents and studied for antimicrobial and calming effects.
🌱 Growing & care tips
Lemongrass needs full sun, rich moist soil and warmth; it grows in large clumps and can be split and replanted; in cool climates grow it in a pot.
🍽️ How to use it
The lower stalk is crushed and added to soups (Thai tom yum), curries and teas; the leaves brew a calming drink; the oil is used in soaps and balms.
💡 Did you know? Lemongrass is a natural mosquito repellent — citral, its fragrant compound, is used in commercial insect sprays, and the plant is planted near patios for this reason.
⚠️ Lemongrass safety note: Lemongrass tea is safe in moderation; lemongrass oil should be diluted for skin use. It may lower blood sugar — monitor if you are diabetic.
⚠️ Important: Herbal and plant remedies can interact with medicines. Always ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any plant product for health purposes — especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking prescription drugs.
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