Lemon Grass Seed East Indian
Cymbopogon citratus
- Delightfully lemon-scented.
- Adds a pleasing flavour when added to dishes.
- Requires a propagator to germinate.
- Requires Winter protection.
Supplied as a packet of approximately 180 seeds.
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Description
Lemon grass is an aromatic and citrusy flavoured herb and is probably more commonly known for it's use in Thai cuisine, however it is not just limited to Thai!
Whilst being a tender perennial, it can be successfully grown in the UK with a bit of extra attention. It loves a warm, sunny position and needs warmth to make it through our Winters.
Also known as Barbed Wire Grass, Silky Heads, Citronella Grass, Cha de Dartigalongue, Fever Grass, Tanglad, Hierba Luisa or Gavati Chaha. Please be careful with the leaves as you can cut your fingers if you stroke them!
- Perennial.
- Reaches 6 feet (1.8 metres) tall.
- Greenish flowers with reddish tinge that appear in nodding clusters in summer.
- Prefers well drained soil.
- Loves full sun and a sheltered position.
- Sow late January to March onto seed compost. DO NOT COVER.
- Germinate at 70 - 75°F (20 - 25°C), keep seeds moist and they should germinate in 10 - 14 days.
- When large enough to handle, transplant into 3" (7cm) pot.
- Plant out late spring 12" (30 cm) apart.
- Protect from frost and cold damp conditions.
- Culinary Uses.
- Can be infused for tea.
- Often used in soups and curries.
- Medicinal Uses.
- Can be used as a relaxant in baths.
- Has anti-fungal properties. it was used as a preservative.
- Other Uses.
- Sometimes added to soaps and perfumes.
Disclaimer
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