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Cymbopogon citratus - Avartaki, Lemongrass
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Bhustrina, better known as lemongrass, is a genus of Asian, African, Australian, and tropical island plants in the grass family.[1]
Uses
- Lemongrass is widely used as a culinary herb in Asian cuisines and also as medicinal herb in India. It has a subtle 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 use with poultry, fish, beef, and seafood.
- Lemongrass oil is used as a pesticide and a preservative.
- Citronella is usually planted in home gardens to ward off insects such as whitefly adults.
- Lemon grass is also used as an addition to tea, and in preparations such as kadha, which is a traditional herbal brew used against coughs, colds, etc.
- It has medicinal properties and is used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine. It is supposed to help with relieving cough and nasal congestion.[2]
