It is tall perennial plant; scientifically known as Cymbopogon citratus belongs to Poaceae grass family. Lemongrass tree is originated in tropical and subtropical regions and cultivated in India, Cambodia, Malaysia, Sri lanka, China and Guatemala. It is well grown in dense clumps and it has bright, sharp-edged leaves and lemon grass plant is like grass.

Benefits and Uses:

1. It has application in culinary, medicinal and skin care purposes.

2. It is used as ingredients of antiseptic lotions and creams.

3. It is used as insect repellent due to its citral and geraniol content.

4. It is widely used to add flavor in Chinese and Thai recipes.

5. It is used to soothe sore joints or muscle strains.

6. It is also used in facilitating nutrient assimilation and boosts functioning of digestive system.

7. It has antipyretic effect as it bring down high fever.

8. It is used to clean toenails and healthy nails.

9. It is an analgesic as it helps in reducing pain and inflammation.

10. It is carminative in nature as it helps in facilitate nutrients assimilation and boosts the functioning of digestive system, removes gas from intestine and efficiently works against excess flatulence.

11. It has galactagogue property as it increases the formation of milk.

12. It is used to promote soothing, sedating and calming effect on mind.

13. It is helpful for patients of insomnia as it provides relax asleep.

14. It is anti-inflammatory as it cures inflammation, itching of skin and relieves tension and anxiety.

15. It is used as air freshener and deodorants.

16. It is used in shampoos as it helps in strengthen hair follicles.