Lemon grass (Cymbopogon citrates) an aromatic, flavorful grass, has therapeutic properties and is used internally as a medicinal tea (infusion).
The leaves are strongly lemon scented and flavored.
In aromatherapy, lemongrass oil is a toning and antiseptic herb. It is used to treat circulation, acne and oily skin
The oil is also used as a fragrance in perfumes and cosmetics.
Applications
Lemongrass is used for bacterial- and fungal infections, nervous conditions, and inflammation (pain and stiffness).
It is also used to help with urination and water retention.
Analgesic and anti-depressant ( t acts as a central nervous system depressant).
Used as a topical treatment for athlete’s foot and ringworm
Phytochemicals
The essential oil of lemon grass (0.2 to 0.5%) consists mainly of citral. Citral is a mixture of two stereoisomeric monterpene aldehydes.
Further terpenoids in lemon grass oil are: nerol, limonene, linalool and b-caryphyllene. The content of myrcene is low.
Geraniol, camphor, protein, fiber, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin A, vitamin C
Dosage
Tincture: 1 - 3 ml daily ( 1 - 3 full pipettes) Infusion: 0.5 - 2 cups daily
Reference
Effect of lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus Stapf) powder and essential oil on mould deterioration and aflatoxin contamination of melon seeds (Colocynthis citrullus L.) .
African Journal of Biotechnology 3(1):pp. 52-59
Antibacterial constituents in the essential oil of Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf.
Onawunmi GO, Yisak WA, Ogunlana EO.
The above presentation is for informational and educational purposes only.
It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage.
For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over - the - counter medication is also available.
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