PRODUCT BACKGROUND
Lemongrass recalls exotic locales and warm winds and adds a subtle scent of citrus to the air. Lemongrass belongs to the Poaceae family, the flowering plants known as grasses. The plant is native to Southeast Asia, South America, and other tropical locations where warm, moist climates encourage its growth. One of the primary sources of Young Living’s Lemongrass essential oil is the Finca Botanica Farm and Distillery in Guayaquil, Ecuador. You can find Lemongrass in some of Young Living’s most popular products, including Ortho Ease® and Ortho Sport® Massage Oil.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Cymbopogon flexuosus
BOTANICAL FAMILY:
Poaceae
REGIONS FOUND:
Ecuador, India, Guatemala
PLANT PART USED:
Herb/Grass
EXTRACTION METHOD:
Steam distilled
YL REGION:
Most Young Living Lemongrass essential oil comes from Ecuador and India.
Lemongrass essential oil joined the Young Living family in 1994.
FAQs
FAQs
Q. Can Lemongrass essential oil be used if there is a grass allergy?
A. Lemongrass and grass are different plants. However, we recommend consulting a health professional before using any of our products. The health and well-being of our members is very important to us.
Q. How much plant material does it take to produce Lemongrass essential oil?
A. It takes approximately 750 grams (1.7 pounds) of plant material to produce a 15 ml of Lemongrass essential oil.
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