Bitterroot Restoration

Order: Poales
Family: Poaceae
Common name: Gondhabena, Lebugondhi ghas(Beng.); Lemon grass(Eng.).
Life cycle: Perennial
Native Range: Cymbopogon citratus is native to India.

Cymbopogon citratus, commonly known as lemon grass as well as oil grass, is a tropical plant from Southeast Asia which is often sold in stem form. It has a citrus flavor and can be dried and powdered, or used fresh. It is commonly used in teas, soups, and curries. It is also suitable for poultry, fish, and seafood. Its leaves are used to make tea which can relieve stomach and gut problems. . Lemongrass oil is used as a pesticide and a preservative.

Cymbopogon citratus is used against coughing, cuts, asthma, bladder disorders and as a diaphoretic. It is also used to relieve headaches.