Description

Latin name: Cymbopogon citratus

Botanical family: Poaceae (Gramineae)

Countries of origin: India,Nepal, S.Africa

plant part used: Grass

Extraction method; Steam distilled

Aroma: Fresh, citrus, stimulating, dry,

                                                    CHEMICAL FAMILIES

Monoterpenes - 13%

Monoterpenols - 4%

Aldehydes - 72%

                                                NOTES ON CHEMICAL COMPONENTS

The two major components in lemongrass are neral and geranial.

these two components contribute significantly to the

anti fungal effects of lemongrass. 

Lemongrass is an effective insect repellent,

but be sure to dilute lemongrass as it can be irritating to the skin.

Oxidizes easily due to high aldehyde content.

Myrcene is regarded to be analgesic.

                                                  SAFETY DATA

May Cause irritation to skin and mucous membranes.

use in low doses. Avoid using on individuals with

sensitive or damage skin. Sensitizing. Tisserand suggests

that the oils not be used with children under two years old.

He also mentions the research that lemongrass

can cause ocular tension/pressure and people who have

glaucoma should avoid the internal use of this oil.

                                                  THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES

Analgesic - numbs pain, tissue healing

Antifungal-inhibits growth of fungus

Anti - inflammatory- alleviates inflammation (fungus)

Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infection

Antiviral -  inhibits growth of virus (Herpes)

digestive (reduce gas)

febrifuge - reduce fever  

bactericidal - destructive to  bacteria tonic, strengthening and sedative (citral) for the whole body.

Ingredients

Gas Chromatography Analysis (%)

Cymbopogon citrates

Lemongrass (South Africa)

Country of origin: S. Africa

Monoterpenes                                   Monoterpenols                                    Esters

b-pinene              4.16                        geraniol               2.50               geranyl acetate 0.55

y-terpinene          1.65                         terpinen              1.45

limonene              1.30                       Aldehydes

myrcene                5.61                       geranial               41.10

neral                    31.33