lemongrass
noun
lem·on·grass
ˈle-mən-ˌgras 
: a grass (Cymbopogon citratus) of robust habit native to southern India and Ceylon that is grown in tropical regions for its lemon-scented foliage used as a seasoning and that is the source of an aromatic essential oil
also
: its foliage
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Though it's closely related to lemongrass, citronella grass is not palatable for using in cooking.
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Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Mix 15 drops of peppermint oil, 10 drops of clove oil, and 10 drops of lemongrass oil into 2 cups of water in a clean spray bottle.
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Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
21 June 2026
Other scents include peppermint, lemongrass, rosemary and cedar wood.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
They are most easily distinguished by looking at the base of the plant—citronella grass has a reddish color, while lemongrass is entirely green.
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Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
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Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Mix 15 drops of peppermint oil, 10 drops of clove oil, and 10 drops of lemongrass oil into 2 cups of water in a clean spray bottle.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
21 June 2026
Other scents include peppermint, lemongrass, rosemary and cedar wood.
—
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
They are most easily distinguished by looking at the base of the plant—citronella grass has a reddish color, while lemongrass is entirely green.
—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
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“Lemongrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemongrass. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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