What Is Lemongrass Good for?

Growing Areas

• Lemongrass has traditionally been grown in India and Southeast Asia. When the use of lemongrass increased in the United States, farmers started growing it in Florida and California as well.

Food and Drink

• Lemongrass is used often in Thai cooking to flavor soups, marinades and curries. It is also used in baked goods, soft drinks and herbal teas.

Fragrance

• Oil extracted from lemongrass is used as a fragrance in perfume, soap and cosmetic creams. It can also be used to mask bad odors.

Medicinal Uses

• Lemongrass is used as an insect repellent and as an anti-depressant. It is also used for its antimicrobial and antifungal properties.