Lemon Grass Plant - 5-6 Inch Nursery Pot
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Description
Lemon Grass is considered to be one of the best herbal medicine plants in Asia that fill your home with greenery and happiness. Give this medicinal herbs plant to your loved ones or family members to show your love and affection towards them. You can also attach a customized message with this.
What makes it special:
- Easy to grow and a fragrant herb
- Itโs a low-maintenance evergreen plant.
- Best outdoor plant with gracefully drooping tips.
The botanical name of the Lemon Grass is โCymbopogonโ. It has been cultivated as culinary and medicinal herbs, hence called a genus of Asia.
The Lemon Grass plant is considered the ideal plant for homes and other public areas as it can grow in low maintenance and require only natural bright light for its growth.
Plant Specifications:-
Plant Height 19 inches (48 cm)
Plant Spread 7 inches (18 cm)
Planting And Care:-
Sunlight
- The bright and partial sunlight is good for the better growth of the Lemon Grass.
Soil
- Please always check if the soil of the plant is well-drained and fertile.
Watering
- Apply 1 cup of water when the upper layer of the soil in the pot feels dry.
- Do not overwater the plant.
Application of Fertilizer
- Before applying any kind of fertilizer make sure the topsoil of the pot is loosened and does not disturb the roots of the plant.
- Always apply water to the port immediately after the application of fertilizer.
Plant Protection
- Remove any dead, infected, or damaged parts of the plant and discard them away.
- For any disease or insect attack, you can use โNeem oilโ, Eucalyptus oil, or Citrus oil spray for usual treatment.
Don'ts
- Do not overdo the watering especially when the pot does not have any drainage holes in it.
- Keep the plant away from the AC vents.
Lemon Grass Plant Special Feature
- The leaves of this plant are good for cooking.
Lemon Grass Plant Uses
- It makes an excellent container and a house plant that brightens your home.
- The leaves of the Lemon Grass plant can be used for teas and herbal medicines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Lemon Grass good for skin?
The Lemon Grass contains Vitamin A and C which is good for your skin and makes it glossy. It also helps to minimize your skin pores and keep your oil levels balanced. This information is according to the guidelines so be sure to consult your dermatologist before consumption or application of plant or plant parts.
- Can Lemon Grass grow in shade?
The Lemon Grass plant can grow outdoors with 4-6 hours of direct bright light and indirect/artificial light for the rest of the day.
- Is Lemon Grass safe for dogs?
Yes, the Lemon Grass is safe for dogs as itโs a herbal plant.
- Why Lemon Grass repels insects?
The Lemon Grass has the strong scent of its essential oil, hence repels the insects.
- When does Lemon Grass turn brown?
The reasons behind the Lemon Grass turning brown are as follows:-
- Due to less watering or maybe overwatering the plant.ย
- The plant does not get proper sunlight.ย
- Lack of nutrients and potting compost.
- Disease or pest infestation.
- Which Lemon Grass repels mosquitoes?
Almost all the Lemon Grass varieties can repel the mosquitoes.
- Can Lemon Grass grow in water?
No, The Lemon Grass canโt be grown in water
- What is Lemon Grass used for?
Lemon Grass is used as a flavoring in food and beverages.
- How long can Lemon Grass last?
You can easily store the fresh Lemon Grass in your fridge, Just loosely wrapped in paper towels, for 7-10 days.
- Does Lemon Grass reduce belly fat?
Yes, Drinking Lemon Grass tea daily can help you reduce that unhealthy belly fat. The Lemon Grass tea can increase your metabolism and aid weight loss.ย
