lemongrass

• Erva tropical originária da Índia e do Sri Lanka, conhecida pelo aroma cítrico e usada na culinária asiática, em perfumaria e na medicina popular.

A tropical grass native to India and Sri Lanka, known for its aromatic lemon-like scent and widely used in Asian cooking, perfumery, and traditional medicine.

1. Aromatic oilB1formalculinary

   An essential oil extracted from lemongrass, known for its fresh, lemon-like scent and widely used in Asian cooking, perfumes, and traditional medicine.

   Óleo de capim-limão

   • Lemongrass oil is a popular ingredient in aromatherapy to relieve stress.
   • Many Thai curries rely on lemongrass for their distinctive citrus flavor.
   • The perfume contains a blend of lemongrass and jasmine oils.
   • In herbal medicine, lemongrass oil is applied to treat muscle pain.

2. Tropical grassA2formalscientific

   A tall, perennial grass native to India and Sri Lanka, cultivated for its aromatic stems and leaves used in teas, spices, and herbal remedies.

   Capim-limão

   • Lemongrass grows abundantly in warm, humid regions.
   • Fresh lemongrass stalks are often added to soups and infusions.
   • The plant is a key ingredient in many Southeast Asian dishes.
   • Farmers export dried lemongrass from Sri Lanka to international markets.