Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Lemongrass
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Lemongrass leaves
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Cymbopogon citratus essential oil.
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- Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
Lemongrass oil comes from the leaves of the Cymbopogon citratus plant. It has a sweet citrus scent. It has an antidepressant and diuretic effect.
Properties
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Digestive
[edit | edit source]Relieves indigestion and stimulates the appetite.
Emotional
[edit | edit source]Soothes stress, nervousness and depression.
Respiratory
[edit | edit source]Alleviates laryngitis.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Improves oily skin and fights athlete's foot. Reduces excessive perspiration.
Other uses
[edit | edit source]Repels insects.
Caution
[edit | edit source]- Lemongrass oil may irritate sensitive skin. May provoke Asthma attack in Ashmatic patients.