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a refreshing companion... In the Garden | Culinary | Fragrance | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
Lemon Grass |
Top In the GardenGrowth Characteristics: - Perennial, Grass, Deciduous, Frost Sensitive,
- Height: ± 1.5m; Spread: ±80 cm,
- A clump-forming grass. The leaves swell slightly at the base to form a fleshy, edible stem,
- Plant it in a protected area in the garden,
Cultivation: - Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - Pick fresh leaves and stems throughout the year,
Repellant for: - Crushed leaves act as a general insect repellant,
- Use in insect sprays,
Top Culinary useUse Lemon Grass leaves and stems with: - Chicken, Fish, Pork,
- Asian dishes,
- Curries, Soups, Marinades,
- Whole pieces of stem can be used for flavouring dishes and then removed before serving,
- Infuse for a refreshing tea,
Top Fragrance- Uplifting, lemon - citronella fragrance,
- Use in Potpoutti and Herbal sachets,
- Add a strong infusion to bathwater,
- Use as a facial cleanser to clean oily skin,
Top Medicinal usesLemon Grass may be beneficial in the following cases: | Endocrine System | - Stress: strengthens the adrenal system, which is weakened by stress,
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| Skin | - Topical for ringworm, lice, athlete's foot, scabies,
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| Lymphatic System | - Gently strengthens the immune system,
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| Respiratory System | - Minor feverish conditions,
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| Musculo / Skeletal System | |
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Preparation and dosage:
TEA: - Infuse a tablespoon of fresh leaves in a cup of boiling water for 10-15 minutes,
- Drink up to 3 cups per day,
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