Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Plant
Buy Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Plant online from HerbalPlantsLive and grow a healthy, nursery-grown aromatic herb in your home or garden. Botanically known as Cymbopogon citratus, this fast-growing perennial grass is admired for its refreshing lemon fragrance, lush green foliage, and suitability for kitchen gardens, herbal gardens, home gardens, terraces, balconies, and container gardening.
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The Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) Plant grows well in warm climates with full sunlight and well-drained, fertile soil. This easy-to-grow aromatic herb forms dense clumps of long, slender leaves that release a pleasant citrus fragrance when gently crushed. It is an excellent choice for kitchen gardens, landscape borders, herbal gardens, and decorative outdoor spaces.
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Botanical Information
Binomial Name – Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf,
Scientific classification
- ✅ Kingdom – Plantae
- ✅ Family – Poaceae
- ✅ Genus – Cymbopogon
- ✅ Species – C. citratus
Common Names
- ✅ Lemon Grass
- ✅ Lemongrass
- ✅ West Indian Lemongrass
- ✅ Cochin Grass
- ✅ Oil Grass
- ✅ Fever Grass
- ✅ Barbed Wire Grass
- ✅ Cymbopogon citratus
Regional Names in India
- ✅ Tamil: Elumichai Pul (எலுமிச்சைப் புல்)
- ✅ Hindi: Gandhatrina (गंधतृण), Nimbu Ghaas (नींबू घास)
- ✅ Malayalam: Injipullu (ഇഞ്ചിപ്പുല്ല്)
- ✅ Telugu: Nimma Gaddi (నిమ్మ గడ్డి)
- ✅ Kannada: Nimbe Hullu (ನಿಂಬೆ ಹುಲ್ಲು)
- ✅ Marathi: Gavati Chaha (गवती चहा)
- ✅ Gujarati: Gavati Chai (ગવતી ચા)
- ✅ Bengali: Gandha Bena (গন্ধ বেনা)
- ✅ Odia: Lembu Ghasa (ଲେମ୍ବୁ ଘାସ)
- ✅ Punjabi: Nimbu Ghaas (ਨਿੰਬੂ ਘਾਹ)
- ✅ Assamese: Bonah Bon (বনহ বন)
- ✅ Sanskrit: Bhustrina (भूस्तृण), Gandhatrina (गन्धतृण)
- ✅ Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus
Features
- ✅ Healthy nursery-grown live Lemon Grass plant
- ✅ Fast-growing aromatic perennial herb
- ✅ Long, slender green leaves with a refreshing lemon fragrance
- ✅ Easy to grow and maintain
- ✅ Suitable for kitchen gardens, herbal gardens, home gardens, terraces, balconies, and container gardening
- ✅ Forms dense clumps with attractive ornamental foliage
- ✅ Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates
- ✅ Well-rooted plants carefully packed for safe delivery across India
Growing Requirements
- ✅ Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for healthy growth
- ✅ Soil: Well-drained, fertile sandy or loamy soil enriched with organic matter
- ✅ Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, avoiding waterlogging
- ✅ Temperature: Grows best between 20°C and 35°C
- ✅ Humidity: Prefers warm and moderately humid conditions
- ✅ Fertilizer: Apply compost or an organic balanced fertilizer every 6–8 weeks during the growing season
- ✅ Pruning: Remove dry or damaged leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth
- ✅ Propagation: Easily propagated through root division or clump division
Traditional Uses
People have traditionally grown Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) in home gardens and herbal gardens for its pleasant citrus aroma and ornamental appeal. It is widely cultivated in tropical regions and has long been valued as a fragrant garden plant. Gardeners also use Lemon Grass as a natural border plant because of its dense clump-forming growth and attractive green foliage.
Culinary Uses
People commonly use the tender stalks and leaves of Lemon Grass in a variety of culinary preparations. Its fresh citrus flavour enhances soups, curries, rice dishes, herbal teas, beverages, marinades, and spice blends. It is widely used in Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Malaysian, and other Asian cuisines, making it a popular addition to kitchen gardens for fresh home-grown herbs.
Plant Information & Botanical Resources
- ✅ Botanical Survey of India
- Official website: https://bsi.gov.in
- Useful for information on Indian flora and native plant species.
- ✅ The World Flora Online Consortium
- Official website: https://www.worldfloraonline.org
- Reliable source for accepted botanical names and taxonomy.
- ✅ Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- Official website: https://www.kew.org
- Excellent resource for botanical information and plant conservation.
- ✅ Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
- Official website: https://tnau.ac.in
- Helpful for general gardening and cultivation information.
Disclaimer:
Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before consuming any medicinal plant or herbal product, especially if you have a medical condition or are taking medications.
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