Cymbopogon citratus – aerial part cut

Carefully harvested and dried, cut lemongrass leaves are ideal for infusions, decoctions, and even flavorful culinary preparations. Their lemony, slightly spicy flavor is characteristic of Asian and African cuisines.

Description

Dried segments of long, ribbon-like leaves, pale green to beige. Intense lemon scent. Bright, slightly peppery lemon flavor.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Lemongrass, Indian verbena
• Latin name: Cymbopogon citratus
• Family: Poaceae (Grasses)
• Part used: Leaves
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Southeast Asia, Africa, tropical areas
• English name: Lemongrass
• German name: Zitronengras
• Name in Spanish: Hierba limón
• Name in Italian: Citronella
• Name in Arabic: عشب الليمون (ʿUshb al-Laymūn)

Main virtues

Traditionally, lemongrass has been used to aid digestion, refresh the body, and flavor drinks and dishes. It is also incorporated into tonic lotions and natural skincare products for its vibrant scent.

Main constituents

Citral, geraniol, limonene, flavonoids, tannins, volatile essential oil.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 to 2 tablespoons for 250 ml of water, infuse for 8 to 10 minutes.
• Cuisine: in soups, curries, marinades or exotic broths.
• Cosmetics: decoction for foot baths or homemade refreshing lotions.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• May be irritating in people sensitive to lemon plants.
• Avoid in pregnant women without professional advice.
• No prolonged internal use without supervision.

History and origin

Lemongrass has been used since ancient times in traditional Asian and African medicines for its refreshing and digestive effects. It quickly conquered cuisines around the world for its natural fresh and lemony flavor.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag or airtight jar.
• Storage: dry, away from light and humidity.
• Appearance: Cut leaves, light green to pale beige.
• Smell: lemony, lively, slightly sweet.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Asian ethnobotanical corpus
• Handbook of Tropical Medicinal Plants
• Traditional recipes and pharmacopoeias

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