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In the News (Thu 31 Dec 09)

  
  sa lemongrass
Sa, or lemongrass, is a perennial herb widely cultivated in the tropics and subtropics.
Lemongrass oil is yellow or amber in color and antiseptic.
Oil from lemongrass is widely used as a fragrance in perfumes and cosmetics.
www.uga.edu /~ebl/Vietnamese/PlantIndex/sa.html   (176 words)

  
 Single Oil Look: Lemongrass
Lemongrass which is a native plant to India goes by many names including Indian Lemongrass, Cochin Lemongrass, Native Lemongrass, Vervaine Indienne and Britush Lemongrass, Melissa Grass and Sereh to name a few.
Lemongrass is very helpful for treating certain skin conditions such as Acne, rough skin patches, open pores and the link.
Lemongrass is also gentile enough to be added to baths, in bathoil form or straight from the bottle.
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/3773/20929   (416 words)

  
  LEMONGRASS   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The reported life zone for lemongrass is 18 to 29 degrees centigrade with an annual precipitation of 0.7 to 4.1 meters with a soil pH of 5.0 to 5.8 (East Indian) or 4.3 to 8.4 (West Indian) (14.1-9).
Oil from lemongrass is widely used as a fragrance in perfumes and cosmetics, such as soaps and creams.
Lemongrass is generally recognized as safe for human consumption as a plant extract/essential oil (21 CFR section 182.20 [1982]).
www.hort.purdue.edu /newcrop/med-aro/factsheets/LEMONGRASS.html   (488 words)

  
  Lemongrass, Herb Monograph - Flora Health Herb Encyclopedia
Lemongrass stalks are commonly used in the cuisines of Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Lemongrass is also used as an herbal medicine to treat bacterial and fungal infections, nervous conditions, and inflammation (pain and stiffness).
Lemongrass can be taken as a tea with the recommended dosage of a warm cup of tea taken one to four times a day between or after meals, or as required.
www.florahealth.com /flora/home/international/healthinformation/encyclopedias/Lemongrass.asp   (695 words)

  
 Lemongrass Review - East-west eclectic fusion • cairnsdining.com   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Lemongrass (foodelagis greatious) is a native of Kamerunga Road in Stratford.
Lemongrass lives up to its reputation as a purveyor of flavoursome food and it excites the palettes of those who dine on its fine leaves.
Lemongrass is a very nice restaurant, however the main downfall of the plant that I experienced was the time taken for it to grow.
www.cairnsdining.com /review_38.html   (618 words)

  
 Lemongrass
Lemongrass utilizes sunlight very effectively, therefore it should be planted in areas of the farm exposed to the sun.
Harvest: Even though lemongrass is a perennial crop in the tropical areas of the world, in northern California it is seasonal due to the extremely cold weather experienced in the winter months.
In Stanislaus county lemongrass is usually harvested once a year, despite the fact that in other parts of the world, lemongrass can be harvested up to four times per year.
www.rain.org /greennet/docs/exoticveggies/html/lemongrass.htm   (731 words)

  
 Oil of lemongrass - natural skin oil and treatment
The only difference between applications of lavender vs. lemongrass oil onto the temples or forehead, is that you must dilute lemongrass oil in a carrier oil before massaging it in.
The main component of lemongrass oil is citral, which contributes to skin irritation and/or sensitivity in some individuals when used directly on the skin(neat).
Lemongrass oil applied neat is potentially damaging to the skin and should be used with great care.
www.herbalcollective.ca /lemongrass.html   (610 words)

  
 Growing and Using Lemongrass   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Lemongrass, Cymbopogon citratusis, a tropical herb that is showing up in garden departments and nurseries all over the country.
Usually the tender white part of the lemongrass stalk is used for adding to dishes, but the remainder can be used for stocks or infusions or even dried to use in potpourri and tea.
Lemongrass is a great herb to use with chicken.
www.seedsofknowledge.com /lemongrass2.html   (586 words)

  
 Lemongrass Soap
Lemongrass (Cymbopogen citratus) is a grass in the same family as citronella.
Because lemongrass is in the citronella family, it is also thought to be a natural insect repellent.
Lemongrass is fun to grow in the garden.
www.lesliesgarden.com /folders/Lemongrass%20Soap.htm   (322 words)

  
 Lemongrass, history, growing & recipes.
The lemongrass plant (cymbopogon citratus) is a native of India and Sri Lanka.
Lemongrass has long been used in traditional Indian medicine to fight fever and infection, giving it the alternate common name of fevergrass.
In aromatherapy lemongrass is used as an antidepressant, to soothe aches and pains, and to relieve stress.
www.taoherbfarm.com /herbs/resources/lemongrass.htm   (656 words)

  
 montrealfood.com: Lemongrass
While lemongrass is common to many Asian cuisines, it has a dominant role in Thai dishes where its aroma and subtle flavour help achieve the balance of sweet, sour and pungent that makes Thai cooking distinctive.
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) originated in Sri Lanka and looks like something that would grow well on a PEI sand dune.
For a long time, lemongrass was one of those dried herbs tucked into cellophane packets and stapled to cardboard display sheets somewhere behind the cash register in “exotic” grocery stores.
www.montrealfood.com /lemongrass.html   (424 words)

  
 Lemongrass Essential Oil
Lemongrass essential oil comes from none other than lemongrass which can be found in India and parts of Guatemala in a couple different varieties.
The essential oil of the lemongrass plant is characterized by its yellow color and watery consistency compared to other oils.
Lemongrass essential oil is sometimes used in shampoo to help add shine and luster to dull, damaged hair.
www.aromatherapy-spot.com /aromatherapy-essential-oils/lemongrass-essential-oil.shtml   (334 words)

  
 Lemongrass 
Lemongrass makes a soothing aromatherapy experience by placing a mesh bag with a handful of leaves under the running bath water, then letting the bag soak in the water with you as you bathe.
A limited study done at the University of Wisconsin revealed that some people taking prepared Lemongrass capsules (140 mg) daily for three months experienced a significant reduction in cholesterol levels, and that their cholesterol levels returned to their previous highs when they stopped taking the preparation.
Lemongrass tea is a mild sedative, and can relieve congestion and coughing, and upset stomach.
www.herbalhut.com /lemongrass.htm   (387 words)

  
 Recipe: Marge Clark's words on lemongrass
Unfortunately (for me), lemongrass is a perennial tropical plant, so the plant(s) I set out each spring never reaches its full growth of 6 feet.
Lemongrass is cultivated commercially for its strong lemon-scented oil, which is used in candy making.
I have preserved lemongrass by freezing pieces on a cookie sheet, scraping the pieces into a zip-lock bag, and storing the bag in the freezer for winter use." Hope this is helpful.
www.recipelink.com /msgbrd/board_10/1999/JUN/992.html   (270 words)

  
 Cyberspace Grill Herb and Spice Directory Lemongrass
Lemongrass is a primary component in Thai cooking.
Lemongrass likes a sandy soil, lots of rain, and a hot climate and is quite easy to come by fresh in the USA.
Lemongrass smells and tastes like Lemon, though it is very fibrous and not very good to eat on its own.
www.cyberspacegrill.com /spices/spice_27.html   (145 words)

  
 Bazaar of India Lemongrass Oil from MassageKing
Lemongrass is excellent for sagging skin and stretch marks.
Lemongrass can be used with a carrier in the bath.
Lemongrass was used in traditional Indian medicine for infectious illnesses and fever; modern research in India shows that it also acts as a sedative on the central nervous system.
www.massageking.com /products/Essential-Oil/Bazaar-of-India-Lemongrass-Oil/1324/1/1   (119 words)

  
 Essential Oil of Lemongrass
Lemongrass is native to India, but is cultivated primarily in the West Indies, Africa and Tropical Asia.
Lemongrass firms, cleanses and refines sluggish and dull skin and is often used in combination with other citrus oils in body toning lotions and for fluid retention in the skin.
Lemongrass oil can be added to Massage and Bath oils to assist centering and concentrating thoughts and to induce a calmed and relaxed state.
www.wildcrafted.com.au /Lemongrass.html   (392 words)

  
 Lemongrass
Lemongrass is easy to grow from seed, but if you find some at the grocery or specialty store, choose a stalk with a few roots still attached and you can put that in water and root it there to be transplanted into the garden later.
Lemongrass prefers a sandy-type soil, but likes the soil evenly moist, so a good layer of mulch is a must for this plant.
Lemongrass is not frost-hardy, so in the colder climates it should be dug and potted to be grown indoors in a sunny window for the winter.
www.gardensablaze.com /HerbLemonGrass.htm   (305 words)

  
 Recipes: Lemongrass Primer Vmxv03a -
Lemongrass Though common throughout southeast Asia, lemongrass is featured most prominently in the cuisine of Thailand, where it may be found growing in practically every house.
It contains citral, the same substance found in the zest of a lemon, and 1 T of chopped fresh lemongrass has about the same "sour power" as an equal amount of minced lemon peel.
Fresh lemongrass is increasingly available at Asian markets throughout the United States.
www.recipeland.com:8080 /l/lemongrass_primer_vmxv03a.html   (231 words)

  
 Lemongrass Powder Certified Organic !
Lemongrass - Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus - Qty: 1 pound - cut & sifted herb flakes
Lemongrass - Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus - Qty: 1 pound - cut & sifted herb flakes - Certified Organic
Lemongrass powder - Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus - Qty: 1 pound - ground herb powder
www.owlsnestplantation.com /lemongrass_powder_certified_organic.asp   (50 words)

  
 Kate's Global Kitchen
Lemongrass imparts a citrus tone to a dish, but its flavor is milder and more velvety than lemon juice.
Lemongrass is sold in Southeast Asian markets, usually in bunches of five or six stalks.
Minced lemongrass is typically used as is, or pounded into a paste with a mortar and pestle.
www.globalgourmet.com /food/kgk/2003/0603/kgk062003.html   (435 words)

  
 You Grow Girl: Gardening for the People
But lemongrass is still the new kid in town and hasn't made it into my local garden shops up here in the great white north.
Thankfully, despite its exotic reputation, lemongrass is easy to grow and can be started from stalks purchased cheaply in the produce section of most large supermarkets or Asian food stores.
Lemongrass will thrive outdoors during the summer months or year-round in southern climates (at least zone 9).
www.yougrowgirl.com /grow/lemongrass.php   (598 words)

  
 Lemongrass
Lemongrass wird auch benutzt um andere Öle zu strecken, gelegentlich findet man unter Verbena auch Lemongrassöl.
Lemongrass lässt die Müdigkeit verfliegen und kreativ arbeiten.
Lemongrass besitzt gewebestraffende Eigenschaften und kann (nicht mehr als 2 Tropfen) einer Cellulitemischung zugegeben werden.
www.satureja.de /Atherische_Ole/Atherische_Ole_von_A_-_Z/Lemongrass/lemongrass.html   (477 words)

  
 Spicy Grilled Snapper with Lemongrass and Ginger
Ginger and lemongrass serve as marinade and resting pads for the fish as it grills.
Lay 3 stalks lemongrass across bottom of a casserole or baking dish just large enough to hold both fish without stacking.
Using a large spatula, roll fish onto lemongrass, exposing uncooked side to heat of grill.
www2.oprah.com /foodhome/food/recipes/food_200309_snapper.jhtml   (440 words)

  
 Lemongrass
Lemongrass forages his magic chest, from where he salvages elegiac atmospheres, bewitching flutes, lugubrious vocals and even an old-fashioned musical box.
Lemongrass meet all expectations and prove with their Mole debut that they rightfully claim their position in the premier league.
Once again another feelgood album by Lemongrass, which should be listened to in a relaxed horizontal position...
www.mole.de /eng/Artists/lemongrass.html   (1496 words)

  
 Lemongrass-Infused Snails with Spicy Soy Sauce Recipes at Cooking.com
Trim the root ends of the lemongrass and remove a total of 8 long outer leaves from the stalks.
In a bowl, combine the ground pork with the snails, ginger, minced chile, sesame oil, salt, pepper and lemongrass paste.
Gently bend a lemongrass strand in half and stick it inside a snail shell, bent side in, and with the 2 ends protruding.
www.cooking.com /recipes/rerecite.asp?No=3542&SEO=Appetizer   (479 words)

  
 Lemongrass   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Lemongrass is stimulating and reviving to mental activity, good for fatigue and clearing confusion.
It is a good oil to use for jet lag.
For the body, Lemongrass can be used as a tonic, to stimulate recovery from illness, to lower a fever or to stimulate improved digestion in the treatment of colitis, and indigestion.
www.amrita.net /lemongrass.htm   (131 words)

  
 extra informatie over Lemongrass
Lemongrass is een waardevolle olie maar wordt vaak onderschat.
Bij hoge koorts sokken besprenkeld met lemongrass, of bestoven met lemongrass airspray (zie producten-groep Diversen) dragen.
Gewoon branden in een olielampje of spuiten met de airspray (zie producten-groep Diversen).
www.gezondidee.nl /etherique/etherischeoliepages/infolemongrass.htm   (47 words)

  
 Lemongrass Essential Oil Pure Wildcrafted
Lemongrass essential oil has been used to support digestion, purification and regeneration of tissues.
Lemongrass oil may help improve circulation, digestion, and eyesight, while combating headaches, infections and fluid retention.
This essential oil is distilled from lemongrass leaves is a yellow liquid with a fresh, grassy-lemon citrus aroma with an earthy undertone.
www.anandaapothecary.com /aromatherapy-essential-oils/lemongrass-essential-oil.html   (380 words)

  
 Lemongrass Scallop Soup Recipe - Recipes To-Go
This Lemongrass Scallop Soup recipe is one of many in our Fruit Category.
To get rid of the smell of garlic from your hands rub a tablespoon of salt mixed with a little water and rub for a few seconds then rinse under cold water.
Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like and let the food fight it out inside.
www.recipes-to-go.com /fruit/Lemongrass-Scallop-Soup.html   (477 words)

  
 StarChef Steven Raichlen's Lemon Grass Chicken
Native to Southeast Asia, lemongrass is a fibrous, scallion-shaped herb with a delicate grassy-lemony flavor that has none of the acidity found in lemon juice.
Fresh lemongrass can be found at Asian markets, specialty greengrocers, and at many supermarkets.
Trim the green leaves and root end off the lemongrass stalk and strip off the outside leaves.
www.starchefs.com /SRaichlen_lemongrasschkn.html   (307 words)

  
 Chocolate & Zucchini :: View topic - Lemongrass
Well, IF you ever do get a hold of some fresh lemongrass (sounds like that's not so easy in your neck of the woods) in a grocery store, you can choose some that have just the tiniest bit of root at the bottom.
We used to also put crushed lemongrass (just use the back of a heavy kitchen knife to bash the stems - which have been washed if you have kitties or puppies) into boiling water and let steep for a delicious and refreshing drink.
Coconut milk can also be steeped with it to make a coconut lemongrass rice dish....
www.chocolateandzucchini.com /forums/viewtopic.php?p=12577&highlight=   (1109 words)

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