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Properties of lemongrass oil

Lemongrass is a perennial grass plant that grows in tropical regions of Asia. The most commonly used type of lemongrass is from India. The oil from lemongrass is extracted from fresh or dried leaves and purified by steam distillation.

  1. Scent

    • Lemongrass oil is known for its fresh and sweet citrus scent.

    Color

    • Lemongrass oil

      The oil is usually dark yellow, amber or red, and it has the same consistency as water.

    Emotional Properties

    • According to the gardening resource Gardenology.org, lemongrass oil has a soothing effect on the nervous system, leading to its use as a sedative and stress reliever.

    Medicinal Properties

    • Lemongrass oil has many medicinal properties. The "Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine" lists applications capitalizing on its analgesic (pain-relieving), antiseptic, and antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties.

    Medical Uses

    • Lemongrass oil is applied topically for skin conditions such as acne. It is used by beauty product manufacturers in deodorants and soaps, and it is taken internally, often in a tea infusion, at times to relieve flatulence and indigestion.

    Other Uses

    • Lemongrass Is common In Asian cooking

      Lemongrass, and its oil, can be used in recipes, and it is often found in Asian cuisines. It is also used as a bug repellent.

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