Fever/Lemon Grass
Cymbopogon citratus
Southern Asia, Eastern Asia
Traditional Uses
Digestive relief for stomach cramps, indigestion, fever reduction, cold relief, arthritis pain relief
Modern Research Uses
Teas and capsules studied for anxiety and sleep; essential oil inhaled in aromatherapy for anxiety reduction; extracts researched for lowering blood pressure and cholesterol; oil used in antimicrobial and antifungal skin and oral preparations; studied for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects
Mechanism of Action
Main compounds are citral (geranial and neral), flavonoids, and polyphenols. It relaxes blood vessels to lower blood pressure, calms inflammation, and eases stress on the brain.
Body Systems Affected
Prep & Administration
Toxicity Notes
Digestive, Nervous, Cardiovascular
Tea, Tincture, Capsule, Topical oil, Poultice, Decoction
Low