Description
Lemongrass, sometimes called barbed wire grass or silk grass, cymbopogon, barbital grass, silk-grass or barbed grass is actually a plant genus of large, semi-evergreen plants belonging to the carrot family. Lemongrasses are also very aromatic and offer great benefits to your body. They are a wonderful source of vitamin A and potassium. They are an excellent source of carbohydrates, protein, fiber, folate and other trace minerals, as well as several vitamins and minerals. Their essential fatty acids (EFAs) can also be very beneficial to the health of your body. And because they are so versatile and provide so many benefits, they are a popular ingredient in many skin care and hair care products, as well as many herbal remedies.