lemongrass

noun

lem·on·grass ˈle-mən-ˌgras

: a grass (Cymbopogon citratus) of robust habit native to southern India and Ceylon that is grown in tropical regions for its lemon-scented foliage used as a seasoning and that is the source of an aromatic essential oil

also : its foliage

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The oil comes in four varieties — food-grade mineral oil enriched with extracts of orange and lemon, lavender and rosemary, or lemongrass, and 100 percent organic coconut oil. —

Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2024 One expert quote-unquote, says, 'Plants with strong odors such as garlic, onions, marigolds, lemongrass, and basil chase away snakes. —

Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2024 Treat yourself to it once a week to improve the look of hair while indulging in its delicious bergamot and lemongrass scent that are sure to earn you compliments. —

Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024 Researchers found that a hair tonic containing lemongrass essential oil effectively reduced dandruff.7 It was significantly reduced at a week and even more at two weeks. —

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