Lemongrass

(Cymbopogon citratus)

​Description:
Lemongrass is a perennial grass. It is grown for its fragrant leaves and stalks which many use it as a flavoring. This grass grows in dense clumps and has several erect stems and slender blade-like leaves which bend towards the tips.

Growing:
  • ​perennial
  • full sun
  • moist well drained soil
  • moderate water
  • harvest: stem

Health benefits:
  • relieves mild spasms 
  • increases perspiration
  • athlete's foot, lice and ringworm (externally)
  • cold and flu

How to Use?
  • culinary use
  • infusions
  • herbal tea
  • tinctures
  • essential oils

Herb pairings:
​Lemongrass pairs well with garlic, galangal, shallots, turmeric, ginger, chicken, pork, fish, chili, soups, curries and stews

How to use?
Minced or finely sliced. To mince, smash with the back of a knife.
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