Botanics - Lemongrass

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)