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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Drawing from centuries-old knowledge of medicinal plants and their healing properties, the garden now cultivates a variety of herbs, including lemongrass for digestion, mint for relaxation and turmeric for inflammation relief, all used to create soothing, restorative teas for guests.
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Chelsea Frank, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Each product is crafted to nourish and enhance, infused with Jamaican black castor oil for hair growth, lemongrass for scalp health, and rice bran oil for hydration.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 Mar. 2025
Many of the dishes here are spicy and common flavorful ingredients include lemongrass, coconut milk, basil, and—of course—chili peppers.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
On the nose, citrus and herbal notes emerge, with hints of grapefruit zest and lemongrass.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
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Chelsea Frank, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Each product is crafted to nourish and enhance, infused with Jamaican black castor oil for hair growth, lemongrass for scalp health, and rice bran oil for hydration.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 Mar. 2025
Many of the dishes here are spicy and common flavorful ingredients include lemongrass, coconut milk, basil, and—of course—chili peppers.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
On the nose, citrus and herbal notes emerge, with hints of grapefruit zest and lemongrass.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
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“Lemongrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemongrass. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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