Hierba Luisa (Lemongrass) Essential Oil, 10 ml

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus

Origin: La Convención, Peru

Method of Extraction: Steam distillation

Benefits and Properties: Lemongrass is a diuretic, a digestive aid, and very popular both as a tea and as a refresco (soft drink served cool) in the Peruvian Amazon. The stems and leaves are also eaten as a culinary herb in a wide variety of dishes. The essential oil, in addition to smelling heavenly, is one of the most effective oils as an insect repellent. Use a carrier oil to help the aroma stay fixed for longer.

About the Plant: Lemongrass is a clumping grass native to Southeast Asia, but now planted and naturalized throughout the tropics worldwide. A few blades of the grass make a wonderful tea, or flavoring for a variety of dishes and desserts.