Lemongrass

CumbopogonflexuosisStapf. (lemon grass)

Lemongrass oil is obtained from a freshly cut herbaceous plant that grows wild in India. LemongrassCymbopogonflexnosusStapf cultivated in India since 1907. Another variety of this plant is CymbopogoncitratusDC- grown in Guatemala, Belgian Congo, Ceylon and Madagascar. In terms of quality, it is inferior to Indian. Lemongrass oil is one of the few essential oils in which one component predominates. In this case, it is citral, the content of which reaches 85% (in lemon up to 60%). It is from citral that natural vitamin A is obtained. Unfortunately, today more and more preference is given to the production of vitamin A from synthetic raw materials.

Lemongrass is traditionally used in India to make smoking candles.

Medicinal properties

1. Used for diseases of the upper respiratory tract, flu, asthma, bronchitis.
2. Regulates the functioning of the stomach in case of low acidity of gastric juice and enzyme deficiency. Activates the activity of the gastrointestinal tract.
3. Increases blood circulation and lymph flow, strengthens the walls of blood vessels.
4. Normalizes metabolism.
5. Helps strengthen connective tissue, ligaments, and muscles.
6. Increases milk flow in nursing mothers.
7. Helps get rid of excess weight.
8. Strong antifungal agent. Effective for scabies, acne, lichen.
9. Promotes concentration, improves memory, increases performance.
10. Recommended for oily skin care. Cleanses and tightens pores.
11. Effective for pediculosis.
12. The smell of lemongrass repels cockroaches.

Dosage

Internally: 1 k. for 1 tsp. honey one hour before meals once a day.

Massage: 2-4 k. per 10 ml of transport oil.

Baths: 3-5 k.

Inhalations: 1-2 k. per 200 g of water.

Applications: 2-3 k.

Compresses: 4-6 k.

Enrichment of cosmetics: 1-2 k. per 10 g of base.

Contraindications. Individual intolerance, hypertension, pregnancy, children under 7 years of age.

Note. Strong oil. Overdose may cause irritation of the skin and vocal cords. Before use, you should consult your doctor.