Lemongrass is a tropical perennial plant which yields aromatic oil on steam distillation of the herbage.
The oil has a typical lemon-like odour.
Perfumery and cosmetic uses
Oil is used in making of citrusy soaps and perfumes.
Oil is used in floor cleaning lotions and personal care products, like deodorant.
Taking bath in water with a few drops of oil in it, gets rid of body odour.
Medicinal uses
Lemongrass oil helps relieve pain in muscles, joints, toothache and headache etc. Resulting from viral infections like cough and cold, influenza, fever, pox etc.
Oil also helps cure body pain resulting from sudden exercises, sports etc.
