Description

Lemongrass is a fast growing, tall, aromatic perennial grass that grows up to 1.5 metres in height. It is native to Asia, but is now cultivated mostly in the West Indies, Africa, and Tropical Asia.

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon flexuosus

Aroma Description: Strong and has a fresh earthy, citrusy scent

Origin: India

Therapeutic Properties: West Indian lemongrass has analgesic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, fungicidal, sedative and tonic properties, while East Indian lemongrass has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, sedative and digestive tonic properties.

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Plant Part Used: Leaves

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

CAS Numbers: 8007-02-1

Certificate of Analysis: Available upon request

Credits: The information provided, has been extracted from books written by Beverley Hawkins, (West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy) Vancouver, Canada. Hawkins, B. (1999). West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy.