Cymbopogon citratus, bio-dynamically grown in Paraguay
steam distilled grass
Though native to South and Southeast Asia, it is a major commercial crop, especially in Paraguay and Brazil, where it has become naturalized.
Lemongrass essential oil from this region is valued for its high citral content. The oil has potent anti-inflammatory properties and helps relieve muscle and joint aches, headaches, and general body pain. It acts as an effective inhibitor of bacterial and fungal growth, making it useful for treating infections and disinfecting wounds. Traditionally, it alleviates gastrointestinal discomforts, aids digestion, and can help stop minor bleeding with its astringent qualities. Often called "fever grass," it is used to lower high fevers by inducing perspiration.
In aromatherapy, South American lemongrass oil is known for its uplifting and purifying scent. Its calming effects help alleviate stress, nervousness, and anxiety. It can boost self-esteem and mental strength, helping with depression and loneliness. It acts as a general nervous system tonic, promoting calm and better sleep for those with insomnia. The plant has significant cultural and historical use in folk medicine, where indigenous communities have traditionally employed it to decrease blood pressure and as a calming agent.
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