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Product: Lemongrass Oil
Cymbopogon flexuosus grass
Lemongrass plantations in Cochin, India
Lemongrass Oil India Cymbopogon citratus
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Description
Lemongrass is a tender perennial grass, which is native to India, but also cultivated in other tropical areas, particularly Brazil, Sri Lanka and parts of central Africa. After harvesting, grass is finely chopped to facilitate the extraction of the essential oil by steam distillation.
Lemongrass is widely used as a culinary herb in Asian cuisine and also as a medicinal herb in India. It has a subtle citrus flavor and can be dried and powdered, or used fresh. It is commonly used in teas, soups, and curries.
Cymbopogon flexuosus is a fast-growing and lemon-scented grass, which may reach a height of 1 m. It has unusual, dark-green foliage and also produces seeds.
The main chemical component of lemongrass oil is citral.
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Cymbopogon citratus
- Origin: India
- Crop Season: July - November
- Plant/part used: Grass/leaves
- Method of extraction: Steam Distillation
- TSCA CAS: 8007-02-1
- EINECS CAS: 84649-81-0
- EINECS: 289-752-0
- INCI Name: Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil
- Appearance: Pale yellow to yellow brown mobile liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Lemon, green, citral, floral, linalool and citrus-like
- Density: 0.852 - 0.905
- Refractive index: 1.483 -1.489
- Optical rotation: -4° to + 1°
- Chemical constituents: Citral, Geranyl acetate, Limonene, Linalool
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Latest Market Information August 1, 2024
Scientifically known as Cymbopogon citratus, lemongrass is a tropical grass native to Southeast Asia. It is largely cultivated for its aromatic properties. Lemongrass prefers full sunlight for growth. Fertile, well drained soil with pH levels between 6.5-7 is ideal for the cultivation of lemongrass. Fully matured grass can reach a height of 1.8 m. It survives for several years, with a likely lifespan of four years. Lemongrass oil is extracted from the leaves and stalks of the plant and has a strong citrusy aroma. It has several healthcare benefits and can be used to treat digestive ailments and high blood pressure. It is also used in aromatherapy to relieve stress, anxiety, and depression. Stable demand for the oil is expected through July. Distillation from the new harvest has begun. The citral content in the oil is expected to be lower compared to last quarter. The price of oil is estimated to fall in the coming month.
Market prices : USD 30.00 /kilo -
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