| Scientific name | Cymbopogon citratus |
| Appearance | Tropical herbaceous plant forming a dense clump, long linear leaves with sharp edges, stems thickened at the base; inflorescence rare in cultivation |
| Smell | Lemon-scented, fresh, sharp, slightly sweet and lingering |
| Color | Light green to bluish green (foliage), yellowish white (stem base) |
| Used parts | Leaves, fresh or dried stems, essential oil |
| Origins | Southeast Asia, grown in tropical and subtropical areas |
| Toxicity level | Weak (common culinary and medicinal use, essential oil to be diluted for external use) |






















































































































































































































